Liberals and conservatives differ in how they perceive dominance in women, which may influence their likelihood to vote them.
Election Science articles
This election science section highlights important research in political science as it relates to democracy, the ultimate invention in political science. Technology and science have played a major role in democratic history and this section seeks to constantly reexamine the important ideas behind it all. Be sure to also check out our Election Technology section and our articles on Technology Dissidents, the Internet and Voting or Voting Machines.
FairVote Releases State Rankings Of Democracy
FairVote, a nonpartisan group dedicated to improving elections, has released its “Dubious Democracy” state rankings for all 50 states.
The Case For Abolishing The Electoral College
The Electoral College is in part to blame for the deep challenges American democracy has faced in recent years, notably in 2020, article.
Gerrymandering And The Limits Of Representative Democracy
Unrestrained gerrymandering can greatly distort the composition of a legislature, possibly leading to loss of representation, article.
Book Argues Mandatory Voting Will Fulfill America’s Promise of Democracy
As American democracy faces a grave test unpinned by internal attacks on the right to vote, a key expert argues for mandatory voting.
Independents Less Likely Than Others To End Friendships Over Politics
The article contributes to research on social networks and politics by surveying Arizona registered voters on political persuasion, others.
Brain Activity Differentiates Changing Mind Based On Social Influences
A new study at University of Freiburg has characterized brain activity that occurs when we are socially influenced to change our minds.
Study: Spread Of Writing In ‘Complex’ Societies Signals Inequality
A new finding shows that Mesoamerican societies with more elaborate writing systems tended to have less shared power.
Study: Republicans Revised Moral Beliefs To Align With Trump
Using Trump and the GOP, a new study shows how people resolve inconsistencies between their own moral views and preferred candidate.
Manipulative Political Ads Fail At Swaying New Voters
Both Democrats and Republicans are more likely to be emotionally moved or offended by political advertising generated by their parties.