Stephen Kosack

Stephen Kosack is an Associate Professor at the Evans School of Public Policy & Governance, University of Washington, specializing in comparative politics and political economy. His work explores distributive policy making in developing countries and governance effectiveness.

• Education: PhD in Political Science from Yale University

Research interests focus on political and economic development, transparency, accountability, and how governments serve marginalized populations. He has authored two influential books: The Education of Nations (Oxford, 2012) and From the Ground Up (Brookings, 2010). His work spans journals like World Development, British Journal of Political Science, and Annual Review of Political Science.

Recent publications highlight trends in trade policy, education equity, and institutional design. Key themes include the impact of transparency on governance and strategies for pro-poor policymaking.

• Scientific Awards: Brookings Institution Fellow

Kosack has advised numerous students, worked with international organizations like UNDP, and contributed to policy debates through research on foreign aid and democratic governance.