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I’m a second-year MPhil student in Political Theory. My thesis draws on analytic jurisprudence, particularly legal positivism, to critique constitutional originalism in contemporary American constitutional law. More broadly, my research interests lie at the intersection of legal philosophy, democratic theory, and ancient political thought. Within the department, I serve as Student Representative for the MPhil in Political Theory.

What is conservatism? A historical perspective

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Lord Sumption, Justice of the Supreme Court of the United Kingdom (2012-2018), in conversation with Dr Tom Simpson, Associate Professor in Philosophy and Public Policy at the Blavatnik School of Government, as part of the series International Perspectives on Conservatism.

After COP29: what next for climate policy?

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Following COP29, where does the world stand in the fight against climate change?

Blavatnik School experts Rachel Kyte, Professor of Practice and UK Special Representative on Climate, and Thomas Hale, Professor in Public Policy, are joined by three current Master of Public Policy students, Vanessa Nakate, Omnia El Omrani and Camille Etienne for a discussion based on their experiences of shaping climate policy across the globe.

Please note this event takes place online only.