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Georgetown University Institute of Politics and Public Service, FOX 5 DC Will Host Televised Debate on May 18 for the Democratic Mayoral Primary
Full debate to be carried live on WTTG FOX 5 DC and online through Georgetown University Institute of Politics and Public Service digital platforms. (March 12, 2026 &; …
March 12, 2026
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The Georgetowner: Lively Mayoral Debate at Georgetown’s Gaston Hall
Moderators were Fox 5 morning anchor Jeannette Reyes, Fox 5 political anchor Tom Fitzgerald and Mo Elleithee, Executive Director, GU.…
June 2, 2022
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AXIOS: D.C. mayoral candidates clash over crime at primetime debate
Organized by Georgetown University and Fox 5, the debate was held inside the ornate Gaston Hall, with supporters in the audience frequently interrupting the live broadcast and…
June 1, 2022
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Virginia Mercury: In a nationalized race, McAuliffe exploits the abortion furor while Youngkin hypes crime rates
“Both campaigns are nationalizing this race and tapping into national sentiments,” said Mo Elleithee, founding executive director of Georgetown University’s Institute of…
September 14, 2021
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A Conversation on Protecting Election Integrity with Chris Krebs
Chris Krebs was tasked with overseeing the U.S. government’s efforts to secure our election processes from actors at home and abroad. In 2018, Congress officially created the…
April 16, 2021
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The Hoya: Reflections on a Virtual Election Experience
In past years, the presidential election has brought heightened energy and political engagement to campus. Campus groups like Georgetown’s Institute of Politics and Public…
December 9, 2020
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Transition 2020: A Three-Part Event
With President-Elect Joe Biden and Vice President-Elect Kamala Harris assuming office next month, the federal government has begun its official transition of power. Join the…
December 3, 2020
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Post-Election Focus Group
New voters took seriously their first participation in the democratic process, viewing it as an obligation even as they voiced some concerns about the process in a focus group…
November 11, 2020
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A Message To Our Community On Election Day
Despite our physical distance, however, I continue to be inspired by the diverse political community created and sustained by our students. Whether they’re sitting at home or…
November 3, 2020
- Past Events
Presidential Debate Discussion Groups
The GU Politics Slack group chat offered an open platform for opinions and lively exchanges during both debates. Dozens of students participated, sharing hundreds of messages and…
October 30, 2020