About
Cass R. Sunstein is the Robert Walmsley University Professor at Harvard University, with primary affiliations at Harvard Kennedy School and Harvard Law School. He founded and directs the Program on Behavioral Economics and Public Policy at Harvard Law School and is associated with the Mossavar-Rahmani Center for Business and Government. His former role as Administrator of the White House Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs (2009–2012) informs his expertise in regulatory frameworks and public governance.
Sunstein's research integrates behavioral economics, constitutional law, and public policy, focusing on:
- Nudge theory and behavioral interventions in policy design
- Ethical dimensions of algorithmic governance and AI
- Constitutional interpretation and democratic resilience
- Social change dynamics and collective decision-making
- Legal philosophy and moral cognition
His recent scholarly work (2023–2025) demonstrates a strong emphasis on:
- Algorithmic impact on society, including AI ethics and digital rights
- Behavioral approaches to sustainability and climate policy
- Constitutional evolution and administrative law
- Philosophical examinations of autonomy, resistance, and ethical argumentation
Sunstein leads the Program on Behavioral Economics and Public Policy, which serves as a hub for interdisciplinary research at the intersection of law, economics, and psychology. The program develops evidence-based policy solutions and trains scholars in behavioral public administration methodologies.
