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The Hill

A comprehensive strategy that secures real and lasting changes in Iran’s behavior

But economic measures alone are unlikely to secure the administration’s demands that Iran roll back its nuclear program, support for terrorism and pursuit of Middle East predominance. Nor can they convince the regime its very survival could be at stake if its aggression persists. Added forms of pressure, including credible options for use of force, are needed.
Eric Edelman
Cavalier Daily

Sen. Tim Kaine speaks at U.Va. on the role of faith, spirituality in public service

The University’s Miller Center of Public Affairs hosted U.S. Sen. Tim Kaine at Old Cabell Hall Friday for a panel discussion centered around the interaction between religion and public life in the U.S. In particular, Kaine discussed how his own experience with spirituality has shaped his career in politics and his approach to legislating in today’s politically polarized climate.
Charles Mathewes
UVA Today

6 questions about UVA's timely new Democracy Initiative

We sat down with Barnes, College of Arts & Sciences Dean Ian Baucom and Miller Center Director and CEO William J. Antholis, who also held a staff position at the White House National Security Council and the National Economic Council, to learn more about the new initiative and how students and alumni can get involved.
Melody Barnes
UVA Today

6 questions about UVA's timely new Democracy Initiative

We sat down with Barnes, College of Arts & Sciences Dean Ian Baucom and Miller Center Director and CEO William J. Antholis, who also held a staff position at the White House National Security Council and the National Economic Council, to learn more about the new initiative and how students and alumni can get involved.
William Antholis
Daily Progress

UVa launches initiative to study democracies

The University of Virginia has launched an interdisciplinary effort to examine changes and challenges affecting democracy around the world. The Democracy Initiative, led by the College and Graduate School of Arts & Sciences and the Miller Center of Public Affairs, will be supported by $12.9 million in gifts, as well as $10 million in matching funds from UVa’s strategic investment fund.
Melody Barnes