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Michael Goodhart is a Professor of Political Science and Gender, Sexuality, and Women's Studies at the University of Pittsburgh, with secondary appointments as Professor (by courtesy) of Philosophy and a faculty fellow in the University Honors College. His research focuses on democracy, human rights, (in)justice, and emancipatory political struggles.
- PhD in Political Science from the University of California, Los Angeles (2000)
His work spans political theory, ethics, and neoliberalism, examining themes like human dignity, global inequality, and the politics of responsibility. Recent publications highlight tensions between liberal pragmatism and idealism in backlash politics and climate change governance.
Scientific awards include the Swedish Collegium fellowship (2021-22), Pitt Provost’s Award for Diversity (2018), and a Humboldt Foundation research fellowship (2008-09). He also led the University of Pittsburgh's Global Studies Center (2017-2021).
Goodhart contributes to editorial boards of Polity, Perspectives on Politics, and the Journal of Human Rights. He chairs the Pittsburgh Human Rights City Alliance and co-founded the North American Human Rights Cities Alliance, promoting equitable global engagement.
