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Polis Research Blog

Political scientists at Duke University draw upon a variety of theoretical perspectives and methodological approaches to produce cutting-edge research that enhances our understanding of politics. Polis is committed to showcasing political science research at Duke and to facilitating its creation.

Featured Research

“The Biden Interview: The President Talks About the Supreme Court, Threats to Democracy and Trump’s Vow to Exact Retribution,” John Harwood for ProPublica

October 2, 2023

American Democracy at a Crossroads: Proposals for Democratic Reform and Renewal, May 2023

May 11, 2023

Peter Connolly (PPS ’23): The Battle for Chips: Semiconductors Crucial Role in AI Development and its Implications for U.S.-China Strategic Competition

April 27, 2023

“A Call for Leadership: Political Polarization and Civil Discourse at Duke University” by Chloe Nguyen (PPS ’24)

August 17, 2022

American Democracy at a Crossroads: Proposals for Democratic Reform and Renewal, May 2022

May 10, 2022

“The Democrats’ Countrypolitan Problem in North Carolina: Progressive Challenge and Opportunity” by Mac McCorkle and Rachel Salzberg

January 25, 2022

All Research & Media Hits

Bruce Jentleson

Professor Jentleson on Economic Sanctions Against Russia, Wall Street Journal

February 19, 2022
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Headshot of Asher Hildebrand

Professor Hildebrand on NC Congressional and Legislative Maps, Capital Tonight

February 17, 2022
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Kristin Goss

Professor Kristin Goss on firearm records and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF), USA Today

February 11, 2022
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Deondra Rose

Polis Director Deondra Rose on the Second Morrill Land-Grant Act, Journal of Policy History

February 10, 2022
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“The Democrats’ Countrypolitan Problem in North Carolina: Progressive Challenge and Opportunity” by Mac McCorkle and Rachel Salzberg

January 25, 2022
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Kristin Goss

Professor Kristin Goss on Gun Regulation, PolitiFact

January 14, 2022
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Policy Lab Fellow Vineet Chovatia on Healthcare and Civic Engagement Research

December 15, 2021
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Man in blue button up smiling at the camera.

Professor Nicholas Carnes on Working Class Representation in Texas Legislature, Quartz

November 30, 2021
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Headshot of Asher Hildebrand

Professor Hildebrand on NC’s new 2nd Congressional District, The Washington Post

November 24, 2021
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Abdullah Antepli

Professor Antepli and Ray Starling on the NC Leadership Forum, Fayetteville Observer.

November 22, 2021
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Deondra Rose

Professor Deondra Rose on Redistricting and American Democracy, Policy 360: Ep. 131

November 10, 2021
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Professor Asher Hildebrand on NC’s New Congressional Maps, Capital Tonight

November 8, 2021
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Professor Chris Bail on Identity, Extremism, and Polarization on The Purple Principle

July 13, 2021
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