Gabriel Hackel

Gabriel Hackel is a Europe-focused analyst. He holds a B.A. in Diplomatic History and Philosophy from the University of Pennsylvania, where his work centered on realist theory, the structural determinants of state behavior, and the economic dimensions of interstate rivalry.

His research explores how domestic political dynamics shape international outcomes, with past projects ranging from the historical development of the Anglo-American special relationship to voting patterns in European parliamentary elections. His current work as a Congressional Policy Fellow and Civil Rights Paralegal has sharpened his understanding of the legal and political structures that underpin democratic governance.

Gabriel has a technical background in R, Python, Stata, and ArcGIS, which he has used in his research on European politics, public policy, and energy investment. He speaks English and French and is based in New York City.