Dr. Joshua Kertzer

Biography

Joshua D. Kertzer is the John Zwaanstra Professor of International Studies and Government at Harvard University. He is a Faculty Associate at the Weatherhead Center for International Affairs, currently on leave until 2026. His research focuses on critical issues in international security, foreign policy, and political psychology, exploring the dynamics of public opinion related to foreign affairs. Kertzer’s work aims to bridge the gap between psychological frameworks and international relations, applying rigorous empirical methods to unravel how leaders and citizens engage with pressing global challenges. He has contributed significant scholarship in the areas of state behavior and the influence of public sentiment on policy decisions, making him a key figure in contemporary political science discussions concerning international dynamics.

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