GRIPEAbstract: Growing literature examines when states exit international institutions and why. International agreements, however, differ in how easy it is for signatory states to withdraw from them. Why do some states sign treaties that are difficult to terminate, while others prefer treaties that are easy to withdraw from? We investigate this question in the context […]
Abstract: Kidnappings of soldiers, journalists, aid workers, and other civilians by armed groups happen every day, yet the politics of hostage recovery remains understudied. We develop an original theory about hostage deservingness that investigates how hostages’ personal responsibility for their own capture shapes public opinion and elite decision-making. We also examine the influence of traditional […]
Abstract: Over the past decade, China's direct investment in Brazil has quadrupled, making it one of the main investors in Latin America's largest economy. This study examines Brazilians' perceptions of this recent phenomenon. Using a conjoint experiment, we find that Brazilians view Chinese investment as less advantageous compared to investments from Europe and the United […]
Abstract: Did firms shift resources to decarbonization in the wake of the 2015 Paris Agreement on climate change, especially in industries where technology permits relatively cheap low- carbon options? The Paris Agreement marked a key moment in climate cooperation, uniting countries towards a common goal of limiting global temperature increase to well below 2 degrees. […]