scholar

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Mr. Gilley is a professor of political science at Portland State University, a presidential scholar at the New College of Florida, and author of “The Case for Colonialism.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 29, 2026

Dr Esther Xosei, a British scholar, activist and leading figure in the global reparations movement, welcomed the vote but doubts it will make much difference on its own.

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026

"This bill doesn't just create problems... it throws our lives out of order completely," said PhD scholar Vaibhav Das, who identifies as non‑binary.

From Barron's • Mar. 24, 2026

But as a scholar of the Gulf, I believe that the targeting of energy facilities is close to a worst-case outcome for regional states.

From Salon • Mar. 21, 2026

Extra credit was the bullion he used to bribe the indolent scholar.

From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy