A Letter from our Director
Abdullah Antepli, Director
Welcome to Polis: Center for Politics at Duke University’s Sanford School of Public Policy!
Founded in 2015, Polis was created to foster political engagement and research, prepare future political leaders, and advance democracy efforts, pluralism, and civic discourse.
I am delighted to serve as the new director of Polis as of July 1st, 2024. Building on the incredible work of my predecessors, especially my dear friend and mentor Dr. Deondra Rose.
At this critical moment, I believe we are all called to intensify our efforts to uphold the democratic values and strengthen our commitment to protect and improve democratic institutions both at home and abroad.
I’m excited to advance this vision with the strength of our members and given the challenges facing America and the world. Polis and its members can help Sanford, Duke, and America reimagine itself and do so in creative, scholarly, and interdisciplinary ways.
Sincerely,
Abdullah Antepli