Brendan Nyhan
Brendan Nyhan is a political scientist and professor known for his work on political behavior, misinformation, and the dynamics of democracy. He is a co-founder of Bright Line Watch, an initiative that monitors threats to American democracy and aims to promote democratic norms. Nyhan's research often focuses on how misinformation spreads and the effects of partisan media on public opinion. He has contributed to various academic publications and is a prominent voice in discussions about the integrity of democratic institutions, especially in the context of contemporary political discourse.
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Brendan Nyhan, the Dartmouth College political scientist, acknowledges the inherent pessimism among scholars regarding the state of American politics.
Poll on U.S. political division points to irreconcilable differences
Canada· 2025-10-06
Brendan Nyhan commented on Trump's unprecedented attempt to silence disapproved speech.
Tácticas de Trump contra la prensa reflejan las acciones de líderes autoritarios
Dominican Republic· 2025-09-19
Brendan Nyhan noted that support for political violence declined after the attempt on Trump's life.
Violence as policy in Trump’s America
Guyana· 2025-09-13
Brendan Nyhan, a political scientist, expressed concern over Trump's use of armed troops in the streets.
Trump se postuló con una promesa de venganza. La está cumpliendoDominican Republic· 2025-08-25
Brendan Nyhan commented on the alarming actions of Trump that intimidate political opponents.
Donald Trump ran on a promise of revenge. He’s making good on it
Australia· 2025-08-25
Brendan Nyhan is a political science professor who commented on the implications of Trump's actions.
ماجرای انتقامگیری به سبک ترامپ؛ «این همان چیزی است که وعده داده بود!»
Iran· 2025-08-25
Nyhan discusses the potential for further democratic erosion in the US.
‘He’s moving at a truly alarming speed’: Trump propels US into authoritarianism | Donald Trump
United Kingdom· 2025-06-19
Brendan Nyhan commented that Trump only enforces the law when it benefits his political agenda.
Trump Ancam Pukul Pengunjuk Rasa, Deportasi Makin Kencang
Indonesia· 2025-06-11
Brendan Nyhan studies the erosion of democracy worldwide.
How the economy may frustrate Trump’s drive to expand presidential power
United States· 2025-05-01
Political scientist Brendan Nyhan, co-founder of Bright Line Watch, translated Trump’s Truth Social post this way: 'The president openly calls for his loyalist apparatchik at the FCC to use state power to punish media for critical coverage.'
Trump urges the FCC to punish ‘60 Minutes’ over reports on Greenland and UkraineUnited States· 2025-04-14