Political Party Nominations and Scandals
“Party Nominations” was a panel of the University of Akron’s seventh annual “State of the Parties” Conference, "2012 and Beyond.".
Political scientists presented four research papers on national party nominations, rule changes for the 2016 elections, and recovering from … read more
Political scientists presented four research papers on national party nominations, rule changes for the 2016 elections, and recovering from political scandals. Topics included the value of political endorsements, the primary system, and recent political scandals, such as former Governor Mark Sanford (R-SC) and former U.S. Representative Anthony Weiner (D-NY).
“Party Nominations” was a panel of the University of Akron’s seventh annual “State of the Parties” Conference, "2012 and Beyond.". close
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Caitlin E. Jewitt Assistant Professor Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis->Political Science Department
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Jeffrey Smith Assistant Professor New School, Milano School of International Affairs, Management and Urban Policy->Politics and Advocacy
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