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Local News, Partisanship, and Perceptions About Election Administration

Murat Abus, Kexin Bai, Johanna Dunaway

Co-authored by Joanna Dunaway, professor of political science and research director at the Institute for Democracy, Journalism and Citizenship, the study was published in Electoral Studies.

August 15, 2025

Pralle Speaks With Texas Tribune About Camp Mystic, Flood Zones

“We overbuild in flood zones everywhere across the country…but with camps it's especially worrisome. You're not just putting yourself at risk, you're putting these children at risk who you're supposed to be looking out for their safety,” says Sarah Pralle, associate professor of political science.

August 13, 2025

Reeher Weighs In on Redistricting Arms Race in The Hill

“Redrawing districts in between the decennial censuses will just lead to a redistricting arms race,” says Grant Reeher, professor of political science. “What both parties are doing is bad for the political system generally, the state legislatures and the Congress, and the citizens.” 

August 11, 2025

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