The Oxford Handbook of American Elections and Political Behavior
The Oxford Handbook of American Elections and Political Behavior

Author: Jan E. Leighley

Publisher: Oxford University Press (UK)

Published: 2012-02-16

Total Pages: 796

ISBN-13: 0199604517

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The Oxford Handbooks of American Politics are the essential guide to the study of American political life in the 21st Century. With engaging contributions from the major figures in the field The Oxford Handbook of American Elections and Political Behavior provides the key point of reference for anyone working in American Politics today

Political Behavior of the American Electorate
Political Behavior of the American Electorate

Author: Elizabeth A. Theiss-Morse

Publisher: CQ Press

Published: 2018-01-30

Total Pages: 258

ISBN-13: 1506367747

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The 2016 elections took place under intense political polarization and uncertain economic conditions, to widely unexpected results. How did Trump pull off his victory? Political Behavior of the American Electorate, Fourteenth Edition, attempts to answer this question by interpreting data from the most recent American National Election Study to provide a thorough analysis of the 2016 elections and the current American political behavior. Authors Elizabeth Theiss-Morse and Michael Wagner continue the tradition of Flanigan and Zingale to illustrate and document trends in American political behavior with the best longitudinal data available. The authors also put these trends in context by focusing on the major concepts and characteristics that shape Americans’ responses to politics. In the completely revised Fourteenth Edition, readers will explore get-out-the-vote efforts and the reasons people voted the way they did, as well as the nature and impact of partisanship, news media coverage, and other issues in 2016—all with an eye toward understanding the trends that led up to the historic decision.

Political Behavior of the American Electorate
Political Behavior of the American Electorate

Author: Elizabeth A. Theiss-Morse

Publisher: CQ Press

Published: 2021-12-21

Total Pages: 297

ISBN-13: 1071822195

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The 2020 elections took place under intense political polarization, uncertain economic conditions, a global pandemic, and social unrest. Political Behavior of the American Electorate, Fifteenth Edition, attempts to answer your questions around the above topics by interpreting data from the most recent American National Election Study to provide a thorough analysis of the 2020 elections and the current American political behavior. Authors Elizabeth Theiss-Morse and Michael Wagner continue the tradition of Flanigan and Zingale to illustrate and document trends in American political behavior with the best longitudinal data available. The authors also put these trends in context by focusing on the major concepts and characteristics that shape Americans’ responses to politics. In the completely revised Fifteenth Edition, readers will explore support and opposition to the Black Lives Matter movement, discuss post-election attitudes about the January 6th attempted coup, examine misinformation and the beliefs in QAnon, and dissect reports on public assessments of President Trump′s handling of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Encyclopedia of U
Encyclopedia of U

Author:

Publisher:

Published: 2008

Total Pages:

ISBN-13: 9781412963886

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These approximately 450 articles explore all topics relevant to American political campaigns, elections and electoral behaviour including some cross-cultural comparisons to help place American trends in a global context.

Voting Behavior
Voting Behavior

Author: Fouad Sabry

Publisher: One Billion Knowledgeable

Published: 2024-10-05

Total Pages: 485

ISBN-13:

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In the complex world of political science, understanding "Voting Behavior" is key to deciphering why people vote the way they do. This book explores the psychological, demographic, and systemic factors shaping electoral outcomes. Whether you're a student, professional, or political enthusiast, you'll gain valuable insights into the dynamics of voting patterns and political participation. From the fundamentals of voter behavior to the influences of political identity, this book covers the essential elements driving democratic engagement. Chapters Brief Overview: 1: Voting Behavior – Study psychological and sociological drivers behind voting. 2: Plurality Voting – Examine how plurality voting affects elections. 3: Theories of Political Behavior – Explore rational choice and sociological theories. 4: Voter Turnout – Review demographic and election-related turnout influences. 5: Political Polarization – Analyze political divisions and their democratic impact. 6: Party Identification – Investigate the impact of party loyalty on voting trends. 7: Women in Government – Study how women in politics affect voting behavior. 8: U.S. Presidential Voter Turnout – Assess turnout trends in presidential elections. 9: U.S. Voting Gender Gap – Understand gender-based voting differences. 10: Voter Segments in Polling – Learn how polling divides voters into segments. 11: U.S. Politics – Understand how the U.S. system shapes voting behavior. 12: League of Conservation Voters – Examine environmental advocacy’s electoral impact. 13: Swing Vote – Explore the role of swing voters in elections. 14: Hispanic and Latino Politics – Study the electoral influence of Hispanic and Latino voters. 15: Gender Inequality – Discuss how gender inequality affects politics. 16: Latino Vote – Analyze the increasing influence of the Latino vote. 17: Political Identity – Delve into how political identity shapes voter preferences. 18: Sexism in U.S. Elections – Investigate the impact of sexism on electoral outcomes. 19: Political Cognition – Study how cognitive processes affect political judgment. 20: U.S. Political Polarization – Explore how political divisions affect voting. 21: Voter Turnout in European Elections – Assess trends in European Parliament turnout. By examining these critical aspects of voting behavior, this book offers more than just facts—it provides a thorough understanding of the forces shaping democratic participation. "Voting Behavior" unravels the key elements influencing voter decisions, offering readers a deeper grasp of political dynamics and election outcomes.

The Oxford Handbook of American Elections and Political Behavior
The Oxford Handbook of American Elections and Political Behavior

Author: Jan E. Leighley

Publisher: OUP Oxford

Published: 2010-02-25

Total Pages: 796

ISBN-13: 0191572640

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The Oxford Handbooks of American Politics are a set of reference books offering authoritative and engaging critical overviews of the state of scholarship on American politics. Each volume focuses on a particular aspect of the field. The project is under the General Editorship of George C. Edwards III, and distinguished specialists in their respective fields edit each volume. The Handbooks aim not just to report on the discipline, but also to shape it as scholars critically assess the scholarship on a topic and propose directions in which it needs to move. The series is an indispensable reference for anyone working in American politics. This Handbook offers comprehensive coverage of the various theoretical approaches to the study of American elections and political behavior. The chapters are thoughtful and creative, providing broad overviews of intellectual developments and challenges, as well as incisive commentary on the accomplishments of, and challenges facing, scholars of American politics. Substantively, the Handbook includes chapters focusing on various approaches and issues in research design, political participation, vote choice, presidential and non-presidential elections, and issues, interests and elites as influences on individuals' political behaviour. Each of the chapters offers a working research bibliography, as well as retrospective evaluations of research and discussions of fruitful paths for future research. General Editor for The Oxford Handbooks of American Politics: George C. Edwards III