In an op-ed for Bloomberg, Prof. Minxin Pei, an internationally recognized expert on China, argued that the costs of Chinese President Xi Jinping’s quest for self-sufficiency are likely to be far higher than any possible benefits. “A policy that prioritizes self-sufficiency over efficiency, regardless of cost, will only make China poorer and less secure,” Pei wrote.
The Los Angeles Times interviewed Prof. Minxin Pei about a scheduled meeting between President Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping for a “super power showdown” during the Group of 20 summit. “It’s a very good development; they are at least talking,” said Pei. Even on Taiwan, there is “at least some common ground” between the two countries, Pei added: “They have a lot of differences, but one thing they don’t want to see is a direct conflict.”
KTLA featured CMC’s Rose Parade® float as it took a test run in Irwindale outside the Fiesta Float barn, where the 55-foot-long float is being constructed.
NBC4 captured the moment when the steel scaffolding of CMC’s Rose Parade® float took a test drive.
CMC’s entry—which depicts iconic campus landmarks—will celebrate the College’s 75th Anniversary and “bright future” in line with the theme “Turning the Corner.”
KTLA featured CMC’s Rose Parade® float as it took a test run in Irwindale outside the Fiesta Float barn, where the 55-foot-long float is being constructed.
Newsweek interviewed Prof. Jack Pitney about the successes of conservative group Moms for Liberty in local school board races on Election Day. “Expect to hear a lot more about this group and its issues,” said Pitney, who noted that House Republicans included a Parents’ Bill of Rights in their “Commitment to America.”
“It is unclear whether such a bill could make it into law, or whether it would have much practical effect. But the House Republicans will provide the Moms for Liberty with a powerful signal boost,” he said.
In an interview with the Washington Post Magazine, Lily Geismer, an associate professor of history, discussed the rising influence of a new generation of neoliberals. “There’s been a remarkable generational shift, and there’s a desire [among young Americans] for much more robust forms of social welfare and government assistance,” said Geismer, the author of “Left Behind: The Democrats’ Failed Attempt to Solve Inequality.”
President Chodosh has been named to the NCAA Division III Presidents Council representing the Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference. He will serve a four-year term contributing to the overall management and direction of Division III athletics.
“At this moment of formidable challenge and opportunity, I look forward to contributing to the NCAA's core mission to ensure that the educational experience of the student-athlete is paramount,” he said.
