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Deliberative interventions require further study, and IHS invites proposals from scholars working on deliberative democracy research! Potential angles include long-term effects, partisan animosity, the impact of AI, and more.

Submit your proposal by July 10.

Deliberative Democracy And The Effects Of Deliberation | Institute for Humane Studies Deliberative Democracy and the Effects of DeliberationFor FacultyThe contemporary crisis of liberal democracy has led to an increased interest in deliberative processes and democratic innovation. While deliberative interventions are not a panacea, there’s a growing confidence that citizens’ part...

IHS invites scholars to submit proposals related to nuclear energy! We are particularly interested in funding work that tackles questions concerning regulation, institutional design, and public perception.

Submit your proposal by July 1.

Nuclear Energy And The Challenge Of A Growing Grid | Institute for Humane Studies Nuclear energy has re-emerged as a central component of US climate and energy discussions, driven by interest in advanced reactors (e.g., SMRs), growing electricity demand, and renewed attention to permitting reform. However, despite this renewed interest, deployment remains challenging. Nuclear pro...

On June 17, IHS is hosting a discussion in Washington, DC, on whether the IEEPA can justify broad presidential tariff authority.

Aaron Ross Powell will sit down with Ilya Somin, co-counsel in the recent case, to discuss the Supreme Court's landmark ruling.

Doors open at 6 PM. Apply here for a spot:

IEEPA and the Limits of Executive Authority | Institute for Humane Studies All EventsFacultyGraduate StudentIEEPA and the Limits of Executive AuthorityWashington, DCJune 17 – June 18, 2026OverviewThe Institute for Humane Studies invites you to join us at the National Press Club on June 17 for a live recording of The Liberalism.org Show hosted by Aaron Ross Powell and fea...