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Stephen Kinzer is a Senior Fellow in International and Public Affairs at Brown University's Watson Institute, specializing in US foreign policy and its global impacts. He previously served as a foreign correspondent for the New York Times, covering over 50 countries, and authored influential books analyzing American interventions in Guatemala, Iran, and Nicaragua. His research focuses on the cultural and political roots of US foreign policy, emphasizing the long-term consequences of regime changes and military interventions. Kinzer holds honorary doctorates from Dominican University (2009) and the University of Scranton (2010), recognizing his contributions to global journalism and scholarship.
Education:
- Brookline High School, 1969
- Boston University, BA in Political Science, 1973 (Magna Cum Laude)
Research Interests: Kinzer's work examines the intersection of US foreign policy and global stability, with a focus on regime change, human rights, and international institutions. He critiques historical and contemporary interventions, arguing for a more restrained approach to global military engagement. Recent projects include studies on the Dulles brothers' Cold War strategies and the CIA's mind-control experiments.
Awards & Honors:
- Maria Moors Cabot Prize for Inter-American Journalism (1988)
- honorary doctorates from Dominican University (2009) and University of Scranton (2010)
Grants & Advising: Kinzer has taught at Northwestern University and Boston University as a visiting professor. His advisory role includes critiques of current foreign policy, particularly under the Trump administration, and advocacy for diplomatic solutions over military action. He writes a world affairs column for The Boston Globe, blending historical analysis with contemporary geopolitical trends.
Labs/Teams: Affiliated with the Watson Institute’s research programs on global governance and conflict resolution, collaborating with scholars on projects related to interventionism and post-conflict societies.
