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Thomas Gift

Thomas Gift

Lecturer of Political Science and Director of the Philosophy, Politics, and Economics (PPE) Programme, UCL
Thomas Gift is a Lecturer of Political Science at UCL, where he teaches on Public Policy Economics and Analysis and is the Director of the Philosophy, Politics, and Economics (PPE) Programme. His research lies at the intersection of comparative politics and political economy, with a focus on applications of experimental methods. He is especially interested in voters attitudes toward public policymaking in advanced, capitalist democracies. Gift's writings are published or forthcoming in journals such as Political Behavior, Electoral Studies, Journal of Conflict Resolution, Annual Review of Political Science, and World Economy, among others. His work has been supported by the National Science Foundation and the British Academy, and he has contributed to popular media outlets like the Washington Post and the BBC. Previously, Gift was a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the John F. Kennedy School of Government at Harvard University. He received his Ph.D. in Political Science from Duke University.

Funding for Ukraine is anything but certain after US elects new speaker

Oct 27, 2023 15:03 pm UTC| Politics

US president Joe Biden has proposed a new US$105 billion (86.5 billion) national security aid package, including $61 billion for Ukraine. Pleading with Congress to cast aside petty, partisan, angry politics, on October...

US under Trump Series

Could Donald Trump stand for US speaker? An expert explains

Oct 09, 2023 03:49 am UTC| Politics

The roiling civil war on Capitol Hill thats led to the ousting of Kevin McCarthy as speaker of the US House of Representatives has left Republicans scrambling for a replacement. With no clear successor, the risk of further...

Who’s Vivek Ramaswamy? He's the Trump 2.0 candidate who’s making waves in the Republican primaries

Sep 01, 2023 01:37 am UTC| Politics

The New York Times described him as promising to exert breathtaking power in ways that Donald Trump never did. An article for Time magazine called him a rockstar for those who think cancel culture is threatening every...

Who won the first US Republican presidential debate? An expert reviews the highlights

Aug 28, 2023 06:24 am UTC| Politics

The reigning champion, and undisputed winner, from the first Republican debate of presidential hopefuls? Donald Trump. Even in his absence, he was the main spectacle. That much was predictable. Although many tried to...

US faces $31.4 trillion national debt crisis – and Republican divisions could make it harder to solve than ever

Apr 21, 2023 04:43 am UTC| Economy

US federal debt currently stands at a staggering US$31.4 trillion (25.2 trillion), the highest its ever been. That matters because its approaching the maximum limit that the government is legally allowed to borrow. This...

Five economic effects from the Democratic sweep in Washington

Jan 14, 2021 06:32 am UTC| Economy Politics

Joe Biden will inherit among the most challenging political and economic environments of any US president. With America reeling from the storming of the Capitol by pro-Trump insurrectionists, not to mention a raging...

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Economy

COP29 Summit: Azerbaijan Hosts Critical Talks on Climate Finance and Trade Disputes

Azerbaijan Hosts COP29 Summit Amid Climate Urgency The U.N. climate summit, COP29, opens in Baku, Azerbaijan, with countries aiming to reach a crucial deal for $1 trillion in annual climate finance for developing...

Public-Sector Pay Rises Outpace Private Sector for the First Time Since 2020

Public-Sector Pay Rises Outpace Private Sector In a shift from previous trends, British public-sector employers are now planning to increase pay faster than private-sector employers. According to the Chartered Institute...

China's CPI and PPI Fall in October Despite Major Stimulus Efforts

Chinas Inflation Remains Weak in October Amidst New Stimulus Measures October CPI and PPI Overview In October, Chinas Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation rose 0.3% year-on-year, marking a slowdown from Septembers 0.4%...

China’s Sluggish Inflation and Deepening Deflation Spur New Stimulus Measures

Chinas October Inflation Slowdown and New Stimulus: What to Expect Overview In October, Chinas consumer prices rose at the slowest pace in four months, while producer price deflation worsened, underscoring ongoing...

US Dollar Holds Steady as Markets Await Inflation Data and Fed Comments

US Dollar Stable as Market Awaits US Inflation and Fed Insights The US dollar opened cautiously on Monday, reflecting market anticipation for upcoming US inflation data and insights from Federal Reserve speakers....

Politics

Bitcoin Surges to $81K, Crushes $180M in Shorts as Trump Win Stirs Market Chaos

Bitcoins surge to a historic high of $81,358 has sent short traders scrambling, with $180 million in bets liquidated in hours. The powerful rally, spurred by the recent U.S. election results, has reawakened the crypto...

‘Biden Must Step Down to Make History!’ Former Harris Aide Sparks Firestorm with Call for First Female President

In a surprising and highly controversial statement, Jamal Simmons, the former communications director for Vice President Kamala Harris, has publicly proposed that President Joe Biden resign from office to pave the way for...

Elon Musk and RFK Jr. ‘Poised for Power’ as Trump Shapes New Cabinet—‘Strategic Alliances to Reshape America'

As President-elect Donald Trump prepares to return to the White House, high-profile figures like Elon Musk and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. have reportedly entered the conversation surrounding the formation of his new...

Trump Shatters GOP Voting Records! ‘Historic Turnout as Trump Claims Most Popular Votes Ever for a Republican'

In a historic outcome for the Republican Party, former President Donald Trump has reportedly achieved the highest raw popular vote count of any GOP presidential candidate in U.S. history. As projections from the 2024...

Science

SpaceX’s $2.9 Billion Moon Ship Reveals Spacious Design for Future Lunar Missions

SpaceXs latest prototype of its Starship Human Landing System (HLS) offers an inside look at the spacious, two-story design that could soon carry astronauts to the Moon. A central feature in NASAs Artemis program, this...

CDC Urges Second COVID-19 Vaccine for Seniors: ‘Protect Your Health This Season!’ Experts Say It’s Critical

In a recent public health announcement, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommended that individuals aged 65 and older receive a second dose of the 2024-2025 COVID-19 vaccine. This additional dose, the...

Breakfast Secrets: 'Fiber-rich Foods Are the Key to Weight Loss!' Experts Reveal Shocking Truth

Health experts often emphasize the importance of a balanced diet combined with regular exercise for weight management. However, for many, achieving these goals can be a daunting challenge. Instead of drastic food...

Scabies Surge Sparks Alarm: Doctors Warn Brits, 'Don't Ignore That Rash!'

Doctors in the United Kingdom are sounding the alarm over a dramatic rise in scabies cases, urging residents not to dismiss any signs of the itchy skin condition. Recent data shows that hospitals detected approximately...

Technology

Shiba Inu Shatters Records with 21 Trillion SHIB Frenzy in 24 Hours, FOMO Takes Hold

Shiba Inu ignited a wave of investor FOMO after 21 trillion SHIB changed hands in just one day, pushing the meme coins price up and breaking records. Whale moves add intrigue as SHIBs unstoppable momentum captures the...

XRP’s Golden Cross Strikes: Will Bulls Rally After Recent Price Drop?

XRPs golden cross on the four-hour chart is sparking excitement among bullish investors despite a recent price drop. This technical milestone could suggest a shift in momentum if XRP maintains support in the coming days,...

Bitcoin Breaks $85K Barrier; Analysts Predict Path to $1 Million by 2033

Bitcoin has shattered previous records by reaching $85,000, boosting its market cap to $1.7 trillion. Analysts project the cryptocurrency could climb to $1 million by 2033, driven by institutional adoption and its role as...

Shiba Inu’s Shytoshi Kusama Announces Future Plans, Echoes Ryoshi, Battles SHIB Doubts

Shiba Inu leader Shytoshi Kusama announced bold plans for SHIBs future, inspired by the vision of founder Ryoshi. Through a series of impactful tweets, Kusama tackled community doubts and encouraged supporters to help...
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