Constitutional scholar Bruce Ackerman wins Tang Prize in Rule of Law (opens original article in a new tab)

Yale University law professor Bruce Ackerman has been awarded the 2026 Tang Prize in Rule of Law for his contributions to constitutional governance and the rule of law.

• Yale University law professor Bruce Ackerman won the 2026 Tang Prize in Rule of Law for advancing constitutional governance and defending the rule of law.
• Ackerman's work focuses on constitutional legitimacy, popular sovereignty, and democratic governance, with notable contributions like the 'We the People' trilogy.
• The Tang Prize in Rule of Law includes a NT$50 million cash award and NT$10 million research funding.