Commentary

In-depth perspectives and critical analysis from faculty, editors, and readers on public affairs, higher education, and Harvard’s evolving mission.

How AI Is Reshaping Supply Chains

Harvard Kennedy School lecturer on using AI to strengthen supply chains

by Olivia Farrar

Harvard Magazine Reader's Letters

Master Finley, whales’ speech, Harvard values

Harvard Disciplinary Dysfunction

Learning from the spring protest and punishments

Harvard economist Jason Furman on immigration and the U.S. economy.

Harvard economist Jason Furman on immigration and the U.S. economy.

by Olivia Farrar

Clean Tech Innovation Against U.S.-China Relations

How will China’s rapid growth in the clean technology industry reshape U.S.-China relations?

by Olivia Farrar

A Ray of Light amid Middle East Devastation

Harvard’s Lisa Randall on Israeli and Palestinian scientists working together

by Olivia Farrar

How Political Tension on Campus Creates Risk Aversion

How overheated political attention warps campus life

by Aden Barton

Six Decades of Computer Science at Harvard

Reflections on six decades of relations with computers

by Harry R. Lewis

Harvard Professor on Printmaking

An art historian analyzes an overlooked medium.

by Murray Whyte

Duplicate Copies: A note to readers

Rationalizing mailing to ensure service

Disruptions to Harvard's 2023-2024 Academic Year

Diminished academic freedom, endangered disciplines, lost academic focus, and more