Stephen Farnsworth, professor of Political Science and director of the University’s Center for Leadership and Media Studies, recently presented a lecture, “The Rising Threat of Disinformation” to the Lake of the Woods Forum in Locust Grove, VA. The talk was derived from portions of Dr. Farnsworth's recently published co-authored book, Producing News in a Time of Disinformation: Information Evaluation Strategies for Journalists and News Consumers.
The book is available for free download: Part 1: https://issuu.com/timeofdisinfo/docs/textbook_pt_1?fr=xKAE9_zU1NQ Part 2: https://issuu.com/timeofdisinfo/docs/textbook_pt_2?fr=xKAE9_zU1NQ
Stephen Farnsworth, professor of Political Science and director of the University’s Center for Leadership and Media Studies, recently presented several community lectures on the 2023 Virginia Midterm Elections, including talks for Mary Washington Elderstudy, the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Fredericksburg, and the Fredericksburg Regional Chamber of Commerce. Dr. Farnsworth's analysis of the 2023 elections was published in The Conversation, a leading national source of political analysis. Read the article.
In addition, recent media mentions for Farnsworth include:
Hunter Biden Defies Subpoena (CTV News) "Based on what we know right now, there has been no evidence that the Republicans have been able to release that suggests that whatever Hunter Biden did in his financial arrangements had anything to do with the president.," said Stephen Farnsworth, professor of political science at the University of Mary Washington. "Remember, the question is really about the president." https://www.ctvnews.ca/video?clipId=2828084
The Numbers Behind Virginia’s Most Diverse General Assembly (Williamsburg Young)
“The legislature that takes office in January will look a lot more like Virginia than previous legislatures,” said Stephen Farnsworth, a professor of political science and director of the Center for Leadership and Media Studies at the University of Mary Washington.
Representation in Virginia’s General Assembly tilts toward diversity with historic numbers (WHRO; The Henrico Citizen)
“The legislature that takes office in January will look a lot more like Virginia than previous legislatures,” said Stephen Farnsworth, a professor of political science and director of the Center for Leadership and Media Studies at the University of Mary Washington.
Americans for Prosperity Endorses Haley Campaign (CTV News)
“What we are talking about here is a coalition of people who do not want Donald Trump to be the Republican nominee working together,” said Stephen Farnsworth.
Stephen Farnsworth, professor of Political Science and director of the University’s Center for Leadership and Media Studies, is coauthor of a new book, Producing News in a Time of Disinformation: Information Evaluation Strategies for Journalists and News Consumers. The book is Professor Farnsworth's ninth, and it is designed to help citizens, journalists, and journalism students identify and respond to disinformation.
In addition, recent media mentions for Farnsworth include:
The Kennedys: a commitment to public service with great sacrifices (El Espectador of Columbia) Stephen Farnsworth, professor of Political Science at the University of Mary Washington, spoke with El Espectador about the legacy of the Kennedy family in politics, two lives cut short in some of the greatest “what could have been” futures for the United States. https://www.elespectador.com/mundo/america/los-kennedy-un-compromiso-con-el-servicio-publico-con-grandes-sacrificios/
Is Robert F. Kennedy Jr the force that will revitalize the family clan in politics? (El Espectador of Columbia)
Stephen Farnsworth, professor of political science at the University of Mary Washington who has written nine books on media and presidency, explains that the influence of the Kennedys is strong in the current political terrain. “I believe that Joe Biden, in many ways, was one of those young people who were energized by the idealism of the Kennedy years. He became senator shortly after Bobby Kennedy was assassinated and when there was a more liberal vision about what the Democrat Party could be than there was a decade or two later.”
Voters didn’t have a say in nearly 75% of local Central Virginia races this year — because there weren’t enough candidates (Charlottesville Tomorrow)
“I don’t think anyone grows up dreaming of being screamed at until one in the morning by angry crowds at town meetings or school board sessions,” said Stephen Farnsworth, a political science professor at the University of Mary Washington. “But increasingly, that’s the price of admission.”
The next step in Virginia’s abortion rights battle: a constitutional amendment (NBC News)
“One of the realities that we sometimes see in politics these days is that popular ideas don’t necessarily reach a consensus across party lines,” said Stephen Farnsworth, political scientist at the University of Mary Washington. “So going to the voters might be a way to resolve, once and for all, some of these issues.”
The first Black speaker of the House of Delegates takes pride in his rural roots (Cardinal News) Stephen Farnsworth, a political scientist at the University of Mary Washington, said that Scott’s background and willingness to connect with Republican legislators from Southwest is unusual for a Democrat, but it could benefit both sides. “Given the fact that the Southwest Virginia delegation is almost entirely Republican, the political influence of the region is greatest when there is a Republican majority. And because Democrats tend to do poorly in the region, a number of Democrats might not be interested in focusing on the region’s concerns,” Farnsworth said. https://cardinalnews.org/2023/11/17/virginia-next-speaker-of-the-house-forges-an-unlikely-friendship-with-a-southwest-legislator/
A look at the General Assembly’s new leadership for 2024 (WVTF)
“Sometimes once you have been speaker, you either choose not to be minority leader or the party chooses for you,” Farnsworth says. “Former Speaker Gilbert’s decision to continue to remain in leadership suggests an optimism about Republican prospects in the next election cycle.”
Don Scott to become Virginia’s first Black House speaker as Hampton Roads’ legislators take center stage (The Virginian-Pilot)
That’s good news for Hampton Roads, said Stephen Farnsworth, professor of political science and international affairs at the University of Mary Washington.
Spanberger, Stoney prepare for showdown in governor’s race (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
“Congresswoman Spanberger won a difficult district a year ago and is likely seen more like a winner right now than Stoney,” said Stephen Farnsworth, director of the Center for Leadership and Media Studies at Mary Washington University in Fredericksburg.
Kilgore to challenge Gilbert for House Republican leader (Cardinal News)
Stephen Farnsworth, a political scientist at the University of Mary Washington, said that it is common after a party loses a majority for there to be a conversation about leadership change.
The 2023 edition of Virginia’s premier post-election retrospective will focus on the outcomes of the November 7 General Assembly elections. Panelists: Stephen Farnsworth, Ph.D., Professor and Director, Center for Leadership and Media Studies, University of Mary Washington University. Sign up via the link below to receive the link to the livestream on Monday, November 13 at 7PM.
Stephen Farnsworth, professor of Political Science and director of the University’s Center for Leadership and Media Studies, is coauthor of a new book, Late-Night in Washington: Political Humor and the American Presidency, recently published by Routledge. This project is Professor Farnsworth's eighth published book on U.S. politics.
Some recent media mentions of Dr. Farnsworth include:
Why is the 2023 Virginia general election important? Here’s what’s at stake. (The Washington Post)
Stephen Farnsworth, a professor of political science at the University of Mary Washington, told ABC News that by not entirely closing the door on joining the 2024 race, Youngkin has been able to get national media buzz and high-profile donors to care about Virginia’s relatively smaller scale elections. “Youngkin has played this scenario very well,” Farnsworth said. “It’s better to be talked about than not.”
Abortion and Taxes Are Key Issues Driving the Fight for Legislative Control (Governing.com)
“If a Democrat isn’t talking about abortion, he or she is committing political malpractice,” says Stephen Farnsworth, a political scientist at the University of Mary Washington in Fredericksburg, Va. “It’s proven to be a winner in many places.”
Control of Virginia’s state Legislature is on the ballot Tuesday (CBS News)
“The key question that will come out of Virginia’s legislative elections is, can Republicans limit the political damage on abortion, by talking about a 15-week ban instead of being pro-life?” said Stephen Farnsworth, a political science professor at the University of Mary Washington.
Election Night Sweep Gives Democrats Control Of Virginia General Assembly (DCist)
“Once upon a time, Virginia had moderate Republicans and moderate Democrats. It told the extremists which way it was going to be,” Farnsworth says. “But now, increasingly, the Republicans and the Democrats both are more cohesive caucuses and an environment where more extreme politicians are able to do better than they have done.”
Abortion Rights Ratified by Tuesday’s Election Results (Governing)
“Republicans really suffered in those suburban districts where abortion is an important issue,” says Stephen Farnsworth, a political scientist at the University of Mary Washington in Fredericksburg, Va.
After Virginia Votes 2023
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