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Erin Hurley

Erin Hurley, PhD, is an expert on the intersection between foreign policy and domestic politics. She has prior experience in US electoral politics and in legislative affairs within the US Department of Defense. Erin spent six years working in Australia and earned her doctorate in International Relations from the University of Sydney. She is currently based in Washington, DC.

Articles by Erin Hurley (48)

Erin Hurley 9 Jul 2024

Biden’s candidacy was risky before the debate – and Democrats chose him anyway

And it will be no small thing to override a sense of personal loyalty and deep affection to give up on a friend.
Erin Hurley 29 Feb 2024

When war-planning and politics collide

The rhythms of the electoral cycle are too often overlooked in the conduct of conflict.
Erin Hurley 30 Oct 2023

Instead of worrying about Trump, see the benefits of Biden

The opportunity now is to grow the understanding in Washington of the value provided by the US-Australia alliance.
Erin Hurley 2 Feb 2023

Women leaders: not so poles apart

In seemingly different settings, Jacinda Ardern and Nancy Pelosi confronted much the same challenges.
Erin Hurley 28 Jun 2022

The political courage of the January 6th investigation

The hearings may not persuade Trump’s most ardent supporters. But they might allow enough Republicans to break away.
Erin Hurley 6 May 2022

Understanding the rise of Trump – and how it might happen again

Fixing America’s broken electoral system means understanding how elites crafted self-serving rules and procedures.
Erin Hurley 22 Mar 2022

Zelensky’s direct plea to America

For Congress to play an activist role in managing the US response to a hot war would break with modern precedent.
Erin Hurley 10 Mar 2022

Ukraine: The United States re-establishes its credentials

Against the backdrop of Putin’s invasion, Biden’s ability to rally allies is winning support.
Erin Hurley 7 Feb 2022

Defining Biden

By asking “What do Republicans stand for?” the president can bring his own domestic and foreign priorities into focus.