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Brendon O'Connor is a Professor at the Discipline of Government and International Relations, affiliated with the US Studies Centre and the School of Arts and Social Sciences at The University of Sydney. He has served as Deputy Head of School (Teaching) and is a leading scholar in anti-Americanism, American foreign policy, and political ideologies.
- Current projects: The Ugly American: From Jefferson to Trump, Conservative International Relations: From Reagan to Trump
- PhD/Master’s project opportunities: American Political History
- Email: brendon.oconnor@sydney.edu.au
His research explores the interplay between anti-Americanism and American exceptionalism, focusing on historical and contemporary U.S. political narratives. Recent work examines how ideological frameworks shape foreign policy from Reagan to Trump, alongside populism’s influence on political culture.
Trends in publications span international relations, political ideologies, and comparative politics. Key themes include U.S. global power dynamics, welfare policy history, and cross-national perspectives on U.S. alliances. His work often bridges academic rigor with public commentary via platforms like The Conversation.
- Fulbright Fellow, Georgetown University (2006)
- Visiting Fellow, Woodrow Wilson Center (2008, 2015)
- Life Member, Clare Hall, University of Cambridge
O'Connor’s advising includes PhD/Master’s opportunities in American Political History. His research grants and affiliations with institutions like the US Studies Centre and Clare Hall highlight his focus on cross-disciplinary global political analysis.
