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Daniel McDowell @danielmcdowell.bsky.social · 20h

S. Erdem Aytaç, David Steinberg and I have a new experimental study out now in @bjpols.bsky.social exploring the impact of inflation on support for Kamala Harris in the 2024 election. TL;DR: price increases hurt Harris' popularity, especially among Ds and Is, and in regions hit hardest by inflation.

British Journal of Political Science @bjpols.bsky.social · 1d

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Inflation and Incumbent Support: Experimental Evidence from the 2024 US Presidential Election - https://cup.org/3JaiZYj

"priming Americans to think about inflation reduced support for the incumbent party"

- Selim Erdem Aytaç, @danielmcdowell.bsky.social & David A. Steinberg

#OpenAccess

BJPolS abstract discussing the influence of high inflation on recent elections, voting behavior, and potential impacts on different political parties in the United States.

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British Journal of Political Science @bjpols.bsky.social · 2h

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Parents, Peers and Political Participation: Social Influence among Roommates - cup.org/4oTQEFF

"roommates’ influence on turnout decisions rivals the association between students’ turnout and that of their parents"

- Brad T. Gomez & @mtp.bsky.social

BJPolS abstract discussing the influence of roommate relationships on voter participation and social decisions, focusing on a study from 2016 and 2020 involving over 2,000 students. The text analyzes the effects of peer voting habits and suggests that these relationships exceed the roommate gender effect.

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British Journal of Political Science @bjpols.bsky.social · 3h

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Should Political Discrimination be Unlawful? - cup.org/3HBAVdF

"democratic right to exercise political agency... requires that individuals should not be vulnerable to being treated disadvantageously because of their political affiliation"

- Thomas W. Simpson

BJPolS abstract discussing the relationship between political affiliation, law, and discrimination, focusing on the need for protection of democratic rights and freedom of expression in legal contexts.

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British Journal of Political Science @bjpols.bsky.social · 4h

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The Religious Roots of Belief in Misinformation: Experimental Evidence from India - cup.org/472gDEr

- @simonchauchard.bsky.social & @sumitra.bsky.social

BJPolS abstract discussing the role of religion in misinformation and polarization, specifically within the context of India. The text highlights methods and findings from a study exploring how religious identities can amplify or reduce the effects of misinformation.

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British Journal of Political Science @bjpols.bsky.social · 5h

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Measuring Descriptive Representation at Scale: Methods for Predicting the Race and Ethnicity of Public Officials - cup.org/45DAPu6

- Diana Da In Lee & @yamilrvelez.bsky.social

BJPolS abstract discussing limitations and proposals related to statistical biases in publicly available data for machine learning and deep learning methodologies.

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British Journal of Political Science @bjpols.bsky.social · 6h

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Austerity and Social Spending: Estimating the Long-Run Effects of Fiscal Adjustment - cup.org/4oAi3MF

"Ageing populations and slower growth have compelled governments in mature welfare states to implement fiscal adjustments" ‬

- @nilsblossey.bsky.social

BJPolS abstract discussing the effects of aging populations and slower growth on fiscal adjustments in mature welfare states. It evaluates the impact on public spending, particularly social spending, and suggests that adjustments have been more effective than previously recognized. The text references studies and data interpretations from 1978 to 2018, focusing on fiscal sustainability within developed nations.

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British Journal of Political Science @bjpols.bsky.social · 7h

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Cleaning up Politics: Anti-Corruption Appeals in Electoral Campaigns - cup.org/4msGB8X

"Surprisingly, a clean disciplinary record does not substantively enhance a candidate’s anticorruption appeal..."

- Sofia Vera

BJPolS abstract discussing the impact of anti-corruption policies in electoral politics with a focus on recent elections around the globe.

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Cambridge University Press Political Science & IR @cambup-polsci.cambridge.org · 2d

Have you seen our Comparative Political Theory Elements series? Explore the series- a platform for researchers, graduate students, and teachers to expand their knowledge of political thought beyond the West today.

https://cup.org/3L1btiT

#PoliSci #PhilSky 🗺️

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British Journal of Political Science @bjpols.bsky.social · 18h

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Venturing Beyond the Vote: Routes to Feeling Represented through Unelected Representation - cup.org/4lkNXKt

- @andreavik.bsky.social, ‪@pieterdewilde.bsky.social, Oliver Treib & @leneaaroe.bsky.social

BJPolS abstract discussing the impacts of unelected representation on citizens' feelings of representation, using examples from Sweden, Germany, Italy, and Romania. It highlights the study's methodology, thematic findings, and contributions to political constructivist theory.

British Journal of Political Science @bjpols.bsky.social · 19h

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Media Platforming and the Normalisation of Extreme Right Views - cup.org/4mmVIAL

"exposure to uncritical interviews increases agreement with extreme statements and perceptions of broader support in the population"

- @dianebolet.bsky.social & @florianfoos.bsky.social

BJPolS abstract discussing the effects of extensive media exposure on public perceptions and normalization. It references specific research surveys conducted on Sky News UK and Australia, analyzing changes in public attitudes and policy effects due to media strategies.

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British Journal of Political Science @bjpols.bsky.social · 19h

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Not Getting the Message on Climate? Attention as a Key Barrier to Mass-Marketing Experimentally-Validated Messages - cup.org/3HgDIJ9

- Nicholas Carnes & Geoffrey L. Henderson

#ClimateChange

BJPolS abstract discussing the challenges and strategies of survey-based political messaging, focusing on direct mail campaigns and their impact on public attitude towards climate change.

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British Journal of Political Science @bjpols.bsky.social · 20h

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Field Experiments Invoking Gloating Villains to Increase Voter Participation: Anger, Anticipated Emotions, and Voting Turnout - https://cup.org/45JKekT

- Gregory A. Huber, Alan S. Gerber, Albert H. Fang & John J. Cho

BJPolS abstract from a research paper discussing experiments conducted in Mississippi and Florida on how emotions can impact political behaviors such as voting.

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British Journal of Political Science @bjpols.bsky.social · 20h

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How Mainstream Politicians Erode Norms - cup.org/4lfeHvD

"we find that statements by mainstream politicians lead to more norm erosion than similar statements by radical-right politicians"

- @valentimvicente.bsky.social, Elias Dinas & @dziblatt.bsky.social

BJPolS abstract discussing the dynamics of mainstream and radical political rhetoric regarding anti-immigrant policies, highlighting differences in societal responses and enforcement norms based on the source of the rhetoric.

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British Journal of Political Science @bjpols.bsky.social · 21h

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Early Money and Strategic Candidate Exit - cup.org/3HnnDBk

"exit of experienced candidates has important implications for the choices that voters have"

- @daniellethomsen.bsky.social

BJPolS abstract discussing trends in congressional election dropouts in the United States from 1980 to 2022, analyzing data on 26,000 candidates and exploring strategic exit motivations.

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British Journal of Political Science @bjpols.bsky.social · 21h

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Voter Sexism and Electoral Penalties for Women Candidates: Evidence from Four Democracies - cup.org/4m4smXP

"research suggests sexism is prevalent and consequential for voter behaviour"

- @rosieshorrocks.bsky.social, Elizabeth Ralph-Morrow & Roosmarijn de Geus

BJPolS abstract discussing observational research on gender bias in political contexts, focusing on voter behavior and representation in Australia, Britain, and the USA.

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British Journal of Political Science @bjpols.bsky.social · 22h

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Principled Pragmatism: Big Business and Campaign Contributions After January 6 - cup.org/4l99G7Z

- @amydmeli.bsky.social & @fgawehns.bsky.social

#Jan6

BJPolS abstract analyzing how financial contributions to legislators from Fortune 500 companies change in response to the policymakers' involvement in election result disputes and accountability violations.

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British Journal of Political Science @bjpols.bsky.social · 22h

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Taxation and Social Intermediaries: Experimental Evidence from Lagos, Nigeria - cup.org/40NKMn7

- Jessica Gottlieb, ‪Adrienne LeBas & @janicalapati.bsky.social ‬

BJPolS abstract of an academic paper discussing the role of non-state actors, taxes, and social intermediaries in local economies, focusing on Lagos, Nigeria.

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British Journal of Political Science @bjpols.bsky.social · 1d

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Inflation and Incumbent Support: Experimental Evidence from the 2024 US Presidential Election - https://cup.org/3JaiZYj

"priming Americans to think about inflation reduced support for the incumbent party"

- Selim Erdem Aytaç, @danielmcdowell.bsky.social & David A. Steinberg

#OpenAccess

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British Journal of Political Science @bjpols.bsky.social · 1d

You can register for new content alerts from the British Journal of Political Science here - https://cup.org/4lYAvMB

BJPolS is now an #OpenAccess journal.

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Chris Gahagan @chrisgahagan.bsky.social · 3d

An awesome article from one of my great colleagues (who is also on the job market!)

British Journal of Political Science @bjpols.bsky.social · 4d

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Trust in the Judiciary and Partisan Reactions to Judicial Checks: Evidence from Argentina - https://cup.org/42BRe1j

"judicial checks expose citizens to information that is primarily instrumental"

- Martín Gandur

#FirstView

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British Journal of Political Science @bjpols.bsky.social · 3d

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The Gendered Persistence of Authoritarian Indoctrination - https://cup.org/3WCwC5v

"decades after the fall of the GDR, the attitudinal effects of authoritarian socialization persist"

- Nourhan A. Elsayed, @hannohilbig.bsky.social, @riazsascha.bsky.social & @dziblatt.bsky.social

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BJPolS abstract about a study on the effects of authoritarianism in the former German Democratic Republic, focusing on gender disparities in education and authoritarian values post-reunification. The text emphasizes methodological approach and historical analysis.

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British Journal of Political Science @bjpols.bsky.social · 4d

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Trust in the Judiciary and Partisan Reactions to Judicial Checks: Evidence from Argentina - https://cup.org/42BRe1j

"judicial checks expose citizens to information that is primarily instrumental"

- Martín Gandur

#FirstView

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Cambridge University Press Political Science & IR @cambup-polsci.cambridge.org · 4d

"The definitive account of the complex nature of this engagement and a clear-eyed, indispensable urban agenda for responding to the climate crisis."

Local Greens by Katrina M. Wyman & Danielle Spiegel-Feld, Coming Soon

🗺️ #PoliSci #ClimateSky #LawSky

https://cup.org/4mPt62t

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British Journal of Political Science @bjpols.bsky.social · 4d

A recent article in @theguardian.com references an article from @bjpols.bsky.social -

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You can read 'How Mainstream Politicians Erode Norms' by @valentimvicente.bsky.social, @eliasdinas.bsky.social & @dziblatt.bsky.social here - cup.org/4mANXXT

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Labour has succeeded only in strengthening Farage. The way is now open for Zack Polanski’s Greens | George Monbiot

By caving to the hard right and corporate greed, Labour has left a gaping hole the new Green party leader is best placed to fill, says Guardian columnist George Monbiot

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Cambridge University Press @universitypress.cambridge.org · 5d

💬 Open communication is key to reaching people in highly polarised situations, reveals a new study from researchers @unistuttgart.bsky.social, published in @bjpols.bsky.social.

Read more 🔗 https://cup.org/4mYfFxn

Two individuals seated at a table, each with a coffee cup. Text "New research" that talks about open communication with polarised audiences.

Quote by Simon Stocker from the University of Stuttgart, Germany, stating "Only a minimal intervention in the form of an open-ended question makes a positive contribution under such polarised conditions." The text is set against a plain background with quotation marks at the top.

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