Stephen Farnsworth, professor of political science and director of the University’s Center for Leadership and Media Studies, recently delivered an online lecture, "Reviewing the 2020 US Election: The Challenges of Democracy in Practice," to the University of Malaysia, Sabah. Professor Farnsworth was a Fulbright Specialist at Methodist College Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, during Summer 2019.

Farnsworth also offered insight in a number of recent regional and national news stories:

After fueling a blue tide, Democrats in changing Virginia suburb aim high for more influence (The Washington Post)

McAuliffe announces huge fundraising numbers (Virginia Scope; Henrico Citizen)

“I didn’t see a focus on issues,” says Lee Carter in explanation of candidacy for Governor. (Virginia Scope)

Saturday Night Live seeks fresh Biden as political comedy faces new era (The Guardian)

Viewpoints with Todd Vanderheyden (CJAD radio, Montreal)

3 Prince William Supervisors Walked Out Of Unconscious Bias Training In Protest (dcist.com)