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UWEC Political Science

@UWEC_POLS

UW-Eau Claire Political Science aims to provide students with the knowledge, skills, & sense of responsibility needed to become good citizens.

 Eau Claire, WI
uwec.edu/academics/college-arts-sciences/departments-programs/political-science/
Joined February 2018
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As the @UWEC_Menard_CCS celebrates its 10th anniversary in 2026, learn more about us at uwec.edu/political-science-a….
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Ian Rosenberg (@LuckiestGuyLES) will present "The Fight for Free Speech: Defending Expression in a Changing America" on Monday, November 16 at 5:00 p.m. in Centennial 1804 at @UWEauClaire.
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.@UWEC_Menard_CCS Director and @UWEC_POLS Professor @EricTKasper was interviewed by @WEAU13News for a story about three statewide constitutional amendment referendum questions on the Wisconsin ballot in November. weau.com/2026/10/16/what-kno…

What to know about Wisconsin’s 3 statewide ballot questions

Wisconsin voters will decide three statewide constitutional amendments on the November ballot that could limit the governor’s veto power, protect places of worship during emergencies and ban affirm...

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REMINDER: “Free Speech & Incitement in the Twenty-First Century” will take place TODAY at 5:30pm in Centennial 1804 at @UWEauClaire. Panelists for this event include JoAnne Sweeny, Adam Kunz, & @EricTKasper. The event is free & open to the public. It is part of @FreeSpeechWeek.
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Thank you to the students who participated in today's Campus Free Speech & Academic Freedom Workshop at @UWEauClaire. Thank you also to our co-sponsor, the @UniversitiesWI Office of Civic Engagement. Our facilitators included Ashley Nowak, Adam Kunz, @PhilRechek, & @EricTKasper.
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.@UWEC_POLS Professor @EricTKasper published a guest essay, titled “The First Monday in October,” in the Rice Lake Chronotype. apg-wi.com/rice_lake_chronot…
Ink Blog: The first Monday in October

Ink Blog: The first Monday in October

My previous Ink Blog essay, published in July, recapped the U.S. Supreme Court’s 2025-2026 term, which concluded in late June. Now we have reached the first full week in October.

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.@EricTKasper will present "First Amendment Free Speech Protections" on Oct. 22 at 12:30pm in the Blue Hills Lecture Hall at @UWEauClaire -- Barron County. The event is part of the "Thursdays at the U" lecture series, & it is in recognition of @FreeSpeechWeek.
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“Free Speech and Incitement in the 21st Century” will take place on Monday, Oct. 19 at 5:30pm in Centennial 1804 at @UWEauClaire. Panelists for this event include JoAnne Sweeny, Adam Kunz, and @EricTKasper. The event is free and open to the public. It is part of @FreeSpeechWeek.
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.@UWEC_CRMJ Professor @justinpatchin was quoted in an UpNorthNews article about efforts to protect children online. upnorthnewswi.com/news/wisco…

Wisconsin kids' online safety laws: How the state compares to others

Wisconsin is getting $313 million from Meta. Experts say the state still lags in protecting kids online.

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The @UWEC_Menard_CCS will host @Lring86, who is presenting “We the Voters: Constitutional Choices and the Future of American Elections,” on Monday, October 5 at 5:00 p.m. in Centennial 1415 at @UWEauClaire. The event is free and open to the public.
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The @UWEC_Menard_CCS commemorated Constitution Week at @UWEauClaire with multiple events, including @RadioFreeTom speaking on "The Death of Expertise" on Wednesday, & student scholars with our center discussing their research with @GovEvers & other state officials on Thursday.
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.@UWEC_POLS Professor Geoff Peterson was interviewed by WKBT TV-8 on a story about AI-generated campaign videos on social media. news8000.com/lifestyle/techn…
AI-generated campaign videos spark debate in Wisconsin’s 3rd Congressional District

AI-generated campaign videos spark debate in Wisconsin’s 3rd Congressional District

LA CROSSE, Wis. (WKBT) -- As artificial intelligence becomes more common in political campaigns, candidates are increasingly using the technology to criticize their opponents.

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.@UWEC_POLS Professor @EricTKasper was interviewed by WEAU TV-13 on a story about federal voter fraud probes of state governments. weau.com/2026/09/11/dhs-vote…
DHS voter fraud probe in Wisconsin draws criticism from election officials, voting advocates

DHS voter fraud probe in Wisconsin draws criticism from election officials, voting advocates

A federal inquiry into potential voter fraud across nine states, including Wisconsin, is drawing pushback from state and local election officials who call the move unnecessary and politically...

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Happy Constitution Day! Today the @UWEC_Menard_CCS is launching its new online publication, titled "1st Amendment Journal: A Full and Free Discussion of Ideas." 1stamendmentjournal.com/?utm…
1st Amendment Journal | Menard Center | Substack

1st Amendment Journal | Menard Center | Substack

The 1st Amendment Journal is an online publication of the Menard Center for Constitutional Studies dedicated to advancing understanding of the First Amendment through articles and essays. Click to...

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In recognition of Constitution Day, @RadioFreeTom will present “The Death of Expertise?: Knowledge, Free Inquiry, and Democracy” TODAY at 5:00 p.m. in Centennial 1614 at @UW_EauClaire. The event is free and open to the public!
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The @UWEC_Menard_CCS will host @RadioFreeTom in recognition of Constitution Day, as Nichols presents “The Death of Expertise?: Knowledge, Free Inquiry, and Democracy” on Wed., Sept. 16 at 5pm in Centennial 1614 at @UWEauClaire.
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This week students in the UWEC Pre-Law Club recruited new members at Blu’s Organizational Bash at @UWEauClaire!
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.@UWEC_POLS Professor Geoff Peterson was interviewed by WEAU TV-13 on a story about AI posts of candidates on social media. weau.com/2026/09/07/ai-posts…
AI posts of candidates raise concerns about misinformation on social media

AI posts of candidates raise concerns about misinformation on social media

Recent AI-generated content of candidates is raising questions and concerns about trust in future elections.

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The @UWEC_Menard_CCS is enthusiastic to announce our fall calendar of campus events, beginning with @RadioFreeTom presenting “The Death of Expertise?: Knowledge, Free Inquiry, & Democracy” on Wed., Sept. 16 at 5pm in Centennial 1614 at @UWEauClaire.
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