AMERICAN POLITICS RESEARCH
Scope & Guideline
Advancing Knowledge in U.S. Political Studies
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Political Behavior and Voting Patterns:
The journal focuses on understanding the factors influencing voter behavior, including the effects of demographics, partisanship, and social identity on electoral outcomes. - Legislative Processes and Political Institutions:
Research often centers on the functioning of legislative bodies, the role of political actors, and the impact of institutional design on policymaking. - Public Opinion and Political Communication:
The journal emphasizes the relationship between public sentiment and political discourse, exploring how media, rhetoric, and political messaging shape perceptions and behaviors. - Race, Identity, and Political Dynamics:
A core area of research examines the intersections of race, ethnicity, and identity in American politics, including how these factors influence political alignments and policy preferences. - Policy Analysis and Governance:
The journal publishes studies on the formulation, implementation, and evaluation of public policies, with a focus on the implications for governance and democratic practices.
Trending and Emerging
- Impact of Social Media on Politics:
A growing body of research investigates how social media platforms shape political discourse, influence voter behavior, and affect public opinion, particularly in the context of misinformation. - Intersectionality in Political Analysis:
There is an increasing emphasis on intersectionality, exploring how overlapping identities such as race, gender, and class affect political behavior and policy preferences. - Political Polarization and Partisanship:
Recent publications have focused extensively on the dynamics of political polarization, examining its causes, consequences, and manifestations in contemporary American politics. - Responses to Crises (COVID-19, Social Movements):
Research addressing political responses to crises, including the COVID-19 pandemic and social justice movements, has gained prominence, highlighting the adaptive nature of political institutions. - Celebrity Influence in Politics:
Emerging themes include the role of celebrity endorsements and public figures in shaping political narratives and voter engagement, reflecting a shift in traditional political dynamics.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Party Politics:
There appears to be a waning focus on classic studies of party politics and electoral systems, as newer research emphasizes more dynamic and intersectional aspects of political behavior. - Historical Political Analysis:
The journal has seen a decrease in papers focused solely on historical analyses of political events, as contemporary issues and their immediate implications take precedence. - Rural vs. Urban Political Dynamics:
While still relevant, research specifically contrasting rural and urban political behaviors has become less prominent compared to the broader discussions on identity and partisanship. - Conventional Political Theory:
There has been a noticeable decline in traditional theoretical frameworks, with a shift towards empirical research and experimental methods. - Focus on Local Politics:
The scope of research has shifted away from local politics and governance issues to more national and global perspectives, reflecting broader trends in political scholarship.
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