Social Sciences
Explore faculty and student work in economics, sociology, political science, anthropology, and other disciplines shaping our understanding of society.
America’s National Parks Are a $56 Billion Economic Engine
Harvard’s Linda Bilmes on measuring the economic value of public lands
A Harvard Economist Probes the Affordable Housing Crisis
From understanding gender pay gaps to the housing crisis, Rebecca Diamond’s research aims to improve lives.
Pete Buttigieg Calls For a Politics of ‘Belonging’
A Kennedy School panel discusses polarization and the uncertain future of American democracy.
Can We Disagree Better? A Harvard Professor Has Tips.
Kennedy School professor of public policy Julia Minson on how to improve political conversations
Former Homeland Security Chief Says ICE and CBP Have “Lost Their Way”
At Kennedy School talk, Jeh Johnson advocates restructuring “outdated” DHS.
Open Book: A New Nuclear Age
Harvard historian Serhii Plokhy’s latest book looks at the rising danger of a new arms race.
Harvard Symposium Tackles 400 Years of Homelessness in America
Professors explore the history of homelessness in the U.S., from colonial poor laws to today’s housing crisis
Why America’s Strategy For Reducing Racial Inequality Failed
Harvard professor Christina Cross debunks the myth of the two-parent Black family.
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The Origins of Europe’s Most Mysterious Languages
A small group of Siberian hunter-gatherers changed the way millions of Europeans speak today.
At Harvard, Mike Pence Discusses Democracy and Conservatism
The former vice president denounces political violence, expresses hope for a deal between Trump and the University.
Is the Constitution Broken?
Harvard legal scholars debate the state of our founding national document.