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Chris Blattman

Chris Blattman

Why Countries Choose War Over Peace, with Chris Blattman (Ep. 93)

Studying gangs and political enemies, scholar tries to understand why we fight—and how to stop conflict

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New book examines roots of violence, paths to peace

Apr 19, 2022
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UChicago announces winners of inaugural Academic Communicators Network awards

Dec 9, 2021
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Review: Why governments should give away money

Jul 13, 2018
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Faculty members recognized with named, distinguished service professorships

Faculty members recognized with named, distinguished service professorships

Jan 9, 2017
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Q&A with Prof. Kerwin Charles on surprises, data and evidence-driven policymaking

Oct 24, 2016
New research finds sweatshops may be a necessary evil in the development of economies

New research finds sweatshops may be a necessary evil in the development of economies

Oct 7, 2016
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The Pearson Institute names inaugural faculty members

The Pearson Institute names inaugural faculty members

May 31, 2016
Chris Blattman

Christopher Blattman

Title: Ramalee E. Pearson Professor of Global Conflict Studies at Harris Public Policy

Expertise: Crime, Poverty

Departmental website: https://harris.uchicago.edu/directory/christopher-blattman

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