Lindsey Graham will forever be remembered as one of the prime examples of Republicans shedding their moral restraints in the pursuit of unchecked power and, in doing so, setting up the fall of the American Republic.

Holly Brewer@earlymodjustice.bsky.social · 4w ago

One more Trump supporter — Lindsay Graham — lost in the Senate. In their obituary for him @theguardian.com quotes Graham’s famous quote (on Twitter from 2016): “If we nominate Trump, we will get destroyed … and we will deserve it.”

I'm proud to announce that today I submitted my PhD dissertation, "American Patricians: The Influence of Classical ideas on the Founding Fathers in the American Revolution." Thank you to everyone who has been part of this incredible journey - family, friends, and colleagues!

New in PN: @jbf1755.bsky.social on why Trump is an affront to the Founders "But now, the president is openly profiting off the office while destroying and misusing the physical WH as though he owns it. I am angry, because what we’re watching right now isn’t what a president is supposed to be."

Joanne Freeman on why Trump is an affront to the Founders

"This presidency is beyond anything the founding folk could have conceived of."

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🚨RADICAL PRINT CULTURE SYMPOSIUM 🚨 The Programme is now live (see 🧵), and the symposium will also feature two amazing keynote speakers, a print exhibition and a handling workshop. Register: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F... @bsecs.bsky.social @cecs-york.bsky.social @chloewigstonsmith.bsky.social

A terrible, tragic loss. Farewell, Professor Wood.

The Boston Globe@bostonglobe.com · 2mo ago

Gordon Wood, a professor emeritus at Brown University who was an influential scholar of the American Revolution, has died after being hit by a car in East Providence.

I'm excited to be speaking at "The American Founding at 250" Roundtable next week! Come and join us for what promises to be a fascinating discussion on the political, intellectual, and cultural origins of the United States! www.history.ac.uk/news-events/...

Introducing the new BAAS Postgrads Instagram account, to be used for networking for the upcoming 2026 PG Symposium & beyond 💫 buff.ly/uxEgiv9

We've just wrapped up our final day of #BAAS2026. Thanks to our hosts at @glasgow.ac.uk for hosting us and to all the great speakers, and attendees for sharing their work. It's been a great three days of #AMStudies in Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🇺🇸 We hope to see you all again for our Digital BAAS conference in 2027.

Fantastic Targeted Research Panel today on US magazine culture at the Glasgow @officialbaas.bsky.social 2026 conference with Katie Burke @benoitmes.bsky.social! Huge thanks to @emilybrady.bsky.social for chairing too. 🙏 Excellent papers all around, it was a blast! See you next all BAAS 🫡

The AI scams are really starting to get out of hand. It’s a massive trap for authors and the likelihood is that those who will fall for it are more vulnerable and less able to afford to lose money – people who accept direct inquiries and don’t filter everything through an agent, manager or publicist

Alan Baxter@alanbaxter.bsky.social · 4mo ago

These AI scams are getting more sophisticated but it's still just scumbags trying to fleece us. Jonathan Segura IS a deputy reviews editor for Publisher's Weekly (I looked him up) but this email is NOT from him. The real giveaway (apart from the obvious)? It came from usbookshowradio @ gmail dot com

Nearly time for #BAAS2026 in Glasgow🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Especially looking forward to chairing the BAAS-funded Transatlantic Literary Women Network early career roundtable on Friday with a brilliant line-up of speakers ⭐️(session 4E). Hope to see you there! @officialbaas.bsky.social

Attending #BAAS2026 this year? @mlhouston.bsky.social will be there and wants to hear about your ideas for articles and monographs! Get in touch - more info below...

Emily Brady@emilybrady.bsky.social · 4mo ago

At the @officialbaas.bsky.social Conference in Glasgow, you can sign up to a one-on-one chat with top academic editors to discuss your ideas for articles and monographs! We've got editors from @edinburghup.bsky.social, @manchesterup.bsky.social and the Journal of American Studies!

Welcome to #BAAS2026 at @glasgow.ac.uk over the next four days. Registration and coffee this morning, while our exec committee meet ahead of conference starting with the first panels after lunch. If you're attending conference this year please use the #BAAS2026 to share your posts with us! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🇺🇸

It's #BAAS2026 week! We can't wait to see you this Friday in Glasgow

#BAAS2026 is almost here! Attendees, which panels are you most looking forward to? And, if you're presenting, what will be discussing at the conference?

Very much looking forward to popping over to Glasgow to attend the @officialbaas.bsky.social conference next month. If you’d like to chat about your current project and/or publishing with @edinburghup.bsky.social do sign up!

Emily Brady@emilybrady.bsky.social · 4mo ago

At the @officialbaas.bsky.social Conference in Glasgow, you can sign up to a one-on-one chat with top academic editors to discuss your ideas for articles and monographs! We've got editors from @edinburghup.bsky.social, @manchesterup.bsky.social and the Journal of American Studies!

You called? Mullin--several times--discussed bringing violence back to Congress, claiming the rules allowed for caning in the past. No. They didn't. For crying out loud. So there isn't any "presence" -- his word -- (i.e. precedent) for it. This guy shouldn't have anything to do with "security."

Local author reacts to Sumner-Mullin comparisons: 'The caning itself was a brutal attack'

“Maybe we should bring some of that back, keep people from thinking they’re so tough," Senator Mullin said of duels and canings.

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Ron Filipkowski@ronfilipkowski.bsky.social · 5mo ago

Rand Paul confronts Markwayne Mullin at his confirmation hearing to replace Kristi Noem about his history of advocating for violence to resolve political differences, including caning, fistfights, biting, dueling, and punching people in the face.

What are the causes of the descent into – or resurgence of – political violence in the US? In two weeks, the America Now! series returns to address the bloody history, legacy, & present-day manifestation of violence directed against & by the state. buff.ly/xzEfFnE Wed 25th March, British Library

America Now! Political Violence in the USA - British Association for American Studies

However one defines or measures it, political violence is on the rise in the USA. But why? Join Kate Ballantyne, Shannon Carter and Luca Trenta for a discussion of the descent into - or resurgence of…

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‼️ BAAS and the Journal of American Studies are pleased to announce that they will be recruiting for the following roles at JAS in Summer 2026, for start dates of 2 January 2027. Learn more about the roles here:

Pre-Announcement: Editorial Team Roles at Journal of American Studies, recruiting Summer 2026 - British Association for American Studies

The Journal of American Studies, BAAS’s flagship publication, is one of the longest-running and most respected area studies journals in the world. Its purpose is to critique and interrogate the…

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The BAAS website has been updated with news of a whole host of new books in American Studies 📚

Digest Submission Archive - British Association for American Studies

Promoting, supporting and encouraging the study of the United States since 1955

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Calling postgraduates - You have until 16th January to submit your entry for the Ellen Craft Essay Prize. SASA offers the prize to encourage the study of marginalised voices. First-place will receive a cash prize & invitation to the March conference. How to submit:

Ellen Craft Essay Prize - British Association for American Studies

*Deadline extended to Friday 16 January 2026* The Scottish Association for the Study of America (SASA) is thrilled to announce that this year’s Ellen Craft Essay Prize is now open for submissions.…

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There is something painfully/darkly ironic about preparing to edit an entire chapter about the US Constitution and the Federalist Papers, just as the Constitution is being torn up before our very eyes.

⚠️ Today is the deadline to share your proposals for BAAS 2026 ⚠️ Don't miss your opportunity to join us in Glasgow to present your research & discover the most exciting conversations in American Studies.

BAAS 2026 - University of Glasgow 9-11 April 2026 - British Association for American Studies

BAAS Annual Conference 2026 Call for Papers Deadline Extended to Wednesday 10th December 2025 The College of Arts & Humanities and Andrew Hook Centre for American Studies at the University of Glasgow…

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We are now just *one week* away from the closing date for the BAAS Awards. Click here to learn if you are eligible for any of the awards - buff.ly/EPsM0Ww Deadline: 17th December

2026 BAAS Awards - British Association for American Studies

Each year, BAAS offers a growing list of awards, prizes, teaching assistantships, and research assistant awards, supporting the development of American studies in Britain. The 2026 Awards are now…

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Did you know? The BAAS Development Fund offers up to £2,000 for activities, such as: - Conferences & events - Workshops & reading groups - Diversity & inclusion initiatives Apply today:

BAAS Development Fund - British Association for American Studies

NEW EARLIER DEADLINES FOR BAAS DEVELOPMENT FUND APPLICATIONS (1st FEBRUARY & 1st OCTOBER: BAAS invites scholars in any field of American Studies to apply for grants of up to two years in duration.…

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'At the core of our mission is the principle that the UK should be a country where access to free and open discussion of US policy, both domestic and foreign should be available to members without impediment or fear of reprisal.' Read our Statement on Academic Freedom here:

BAAS Statement on Academic Freedom - British Association for American Studies

A statement on American Studies in Britain and Academic Freedom prepared by the BAAS Executive Committee.

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BAAS invites scholars in any field of American Studies to apply for grants of up to two years in duration. Grants may be requested for up to a maximum of £2000 for a range of American Studies academic activities. Please note, from 2026, earlier submission deadlines are in place.

BAAS Development Fund - British Association for American Studies

NEW EARLIER DEADLINES FOR BAAS DEVELOPMENT FUND APPLICATIONS (1st FEBRUARY & 1st OCTOBER: BAAS invites scholars in any field of American Studies to apply for grants of up to two years in duration.…

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Thank you to everyone who attended the BAAS PG Symposium today, including our wonderful speakers! It was great to meet everyone and listen to all the amazing research taking place within the community! See you all at Glasgow!