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Founded in 2015, the Program on Extremism at George Washington University has quickly become a leading research center on all forms of extremism. The Program spearheads innovative and thoughtful academic inquiry, producing empirical work and developing pragmatic policy solutions that resonate with policymakers, civic leaders, and the general public. Its partnerships with some of the world’s most prominent universities, think tanks, media outlets and governmental agencies are a testament of the Program’s research quality, independence and innovative approach.
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PoE Research on Capitol Hill Siege Featured in Senate Hearings
Our preliminary report on the Capitol Hill Siege has featured directly in Senators' remarks in both the Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs and the Senate Committee on the Judiciary in their reviews of the January 6th attack. We look forward to continuing our work and helping to guide the discussion going forward.