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Writing for the Public: Books Aimed at General Audiences Teaching Political Science Chair Sara Mitchell, University of Iowa Participants Writing for the Public: Books Aimed at General Audiences Lindsey Cormack, Stevens Institute of Technology Audrey Comstock, ASU Andrea Benjamin, OU Jack Santucci, Western New England University In a time where political science insights are more important than ever for the broader public, effectively communicating these concepts beyond the ivory tower poses both challenges and opportunities. This round table aims to explore the pathways and practices involved in translating rigorous political science research into compelling narratives for public consumption. Participants will cover the process of publishing within the trade press as opposed to academic outlets, audience engagement strategies, and the potential for a broader impact that this sort of work can achieve in more publicly accessible formats.

Are you a political scientist thinking of writing a public-facing book, or at least one that speaks to a publicly salient issue? @dcinbox.bsky.social has organized a super panel for the upcoming SPSA meeting: Friday, 5-6:15 PM in Conference Room 1.

Kamala Harris has a massive lead among Black voters. It may not be enough Harris has reversed most of Trump's gains among Black Americans but may be "falling short" of what she needs to win key states.

I got some fire quotes off in this one!

www.newsweek.com/kamala-harri...

Look at all this swag! I can’t wait to read this book! Congrats Emily and Mirya!

Welcome to #IamWCPS24! Excited to host women of color in political science with @profbenjamin.bsky.social @kellyzvobgo.bsky.social @rosalierubio.bsky.social

The first set of panels:
Teaching in Contentious Times and Research in Contentious Times.
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Registration for Women of Color in Political Science is now live! Proposed sessions include: Research in Contentious Times, Publishing, Building Community & Research Networks, and a .@womenalsoknow Media Training! Join Us!
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Save the date!#WomenofColorinPoliticalScience Workshop in D.C., is returning to APSA!

@DrMichelsonPhD & Jessica Lavariega Monforti launched this amazing initiative in 2013 and have entrusted us (@ASilvaPhD @kelly_zvobgo & me) to carry it forward.
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What Gov. Greg Abbott and AG Ken Paxton’s endorsement wars could mean for Texas’ GOP primaries The big GOP endorsements are coming from Gov. Greg Abbott and Attorney General Ken Paxton. But both Republicans seem to be backing different candidates in the same districts.

Y’all, I was talking about endorsements!

www.kut.org/politics/202...

“In reality, the only accountability mechanism is that we agree to turn out and that we agree to chime in, right? And so if we choose, when we're talking about primaries, 15, 12% turnout, we are not keeping our end of the bargain.”

I loved teaching Intro to AFAM this semester. I asked these 2Qs and the answers were great! I got a little emotional on their answers to Q1:
1. What is one thing you learned from this course that will stick with you?
2. Who is your top Artist on Spotify/Apple Music in 2023?

Amid Bridgeport election debacle, voter suppression fears emerge An alleged incident of ballot fraud in Bridgeport has left some residents fatigued. Others worry the response could curtail voting access.

"Andrea Benjamin, a professor at the University of Oklahoma who studies race, politics, local elections and voting behavior, said it’s possible that with a re-do of the primary looming, voters in Bridgeport are experiencing fatigue."

ctmirror.org/2023/11/10/b...

How to Thrive in Hostile Partisan Terrain Democrat Andy Beshear wins re-election in a state that otherwise elects only Republicans to statewide office, the particular challenges facing Black women mayors and other election fallout.

“It’s the intersection of those stereotypes,” says Andrea Benjamin, an expert on urban politics at the University of Oklahoma. “Because it’s a Black woman, you think they’re aggressive or angry all the time. They can’t win.”

www.governing.com/politics/how...

It’s times

Oklahoma County Commissioners appoint new Finance Authority trustee The Oklahoma County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) appointed Dr. Andrea Benjamin as trustee of the Oklahoma County Home Finance Authority with a vote of 3-0 on Wednesday.

I’m super humbled by this appointment. Let’s get to work!

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This is an urban politics book! You can’t change my mind. Where Harlem Shuffle was hard to get into, this one grabbed my attention right away. I loved it! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
PS: Pepper is my favorite!

Dolton mayor faces scrutiny over questionable use of public funds "It was very disturbing to hear these things and see these receipts that appear to be connected to it. And I think the taxpayers deserve better than that," said Dolton Trustee Jason House, a frequent ...

I need a podcast about this!

www.fox32chicago.com/news/dolton-...

Laila Ali (the cat) does not care about my Dia de Los Muerto Jordan1s.

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Budget? What budget?

Bodean’s is amazing! I’ve also had really good breakfast at Dilly Diner!

Finally. 😂

It’s time. 🎃 ☕️

Whenever I hear Claire McCaskill, I think about the time I was on BBC News and the other guest blurted out: Claire McCaskill is a radical leftist! 😳😂

Sac State (dope school, lotta homies went there, city with bomb food and cool NBA team) Department of Public Policy & Administration is hiring a full prof and chair.

careers.csus.edu/en-us/job/53...

This was so good. I’m going to read Dr. Lakshmin’s book. Please press play!

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Listen, my people will always put that Dr. on my name. It’s makes me laugh, but I appreciate it so much! 😂😂😂