Interviews Archives - Harvard Political Review

Persistence in Politics and the Republican Party in 2024: An Interview with Kevin McCarthy

Melih Cevik - May 5, 2024

McCarthy spoke with The HPR about the state of Congress, the 2024 election, and his reflections on his political career spanning three decades.

National Cybersecurity, AI, and Congress: An Interview with Will Hurd

Mira Yu - May 3, 2024

Hurd sat down with The HPR to discuss the future applications of AI to Congress, education, and cybersecurity.

Making Political Coverage Personal: An Interview with Alison King

Melih Cevik - April 13, 2024

Alison King spent three decades working as a reporter, spending most of her career at New England Cable News and NBC10 Boston. King sat down with The HPR to discuss the unique nature of New England politics and the future of journalism.

Advocating for the American Middle: An Interview with Joe Manchin

Melih Cevik - April 1, 2024

During his visit to Harvard, Manchin spoke with The HPR about the 2024 presidential race, his time in the Senate, and his retirement plans.

The Migrant Crisis and the Future of the Democratic Party: An Interview with Bill de Blasio

Melih Cevik - March 29, 2024

De Blasio offered his perspective on what Democrats need to do to win across the country in upcoming elections.

Managing the Information Overload: An Interview with Steve Kornacki

Jonah Simon - March 2, 2024

Kornacki sat down with The HPR for a brief chat about the state of 2024 Republican Primaries and how to best engage with political media.

The Future of Artificial Intelligence in Medicine: An Interview with Isaac Kohane

Nora Sun - February 10, 2024

Dr. Kohane joined HPR to discuss the future applications of AI in medicine, and where policy regulation might be beneficial to promote safe and equitable usage.

Opinion Journalism and Opinions About Journalism: A Conversation with Jason Rezaian

Shanivi Srikonda - January 20, 2024

Jason Rezaian is a writer for the Washington Post’s “Global Opinions” section. He previously served as the Post’s Tehran Bureau Chief from 2012-2016. While...

Building Majorities, Bridging Divides: An Interview with David Axelrod

Jonah Simon - November 16, 2023

Axelrod sat down with the HPR to reflect on his career as a political strategist and his hopes for the future of political discourse.

Fighting for the Heart of America: An Interview with Marianne Williamson

Allaura Osborne - November 8, 2023

Williamson is currently a candidate in the 2024 Democratic presidential primary. She joined HPR to discuss her experience and platform going into the 2024 race.