SEPTEMBER STORM
The political winds of convention energy are in their sails, so which candidate will sail into the election with the greatest advantage? For quick analysis as news is breaking, contact SMU News
and Communications at 214-768-7650 to get in touch with one of our experts.
PALIN: A PORTENTOUS PICK?
What does Sarah Palin bring to McCain’s ticket? Talk to our women in politics expert, Dennis Simon. He’s the co-author of Breaking the Political Glass Ceiling – Women and Congressional Elections and associate professor of political science at SMU.
MINNEAPOLIS FOCUS GROUP GROUPIES
Continuing what started in Denver, professors and students from SMU will operate focus groups for CNN at the Republican National Convention. Rita Kirk, professor of corporate communications and public affairs, is an expert in political strategy and communications. She is available to speak about voter attitudes and the effectiveness of the RNC’s campaign.
VOTING ON A PRAYER
Just how will Evangelicals vote this fall? Does Obama have a prayer of wooing them? Does Sarah Palin make a difference? Matthew Wilson is an expert on the religious vote and can speak to how campaigns can best appeal to Evangelicals in Presidential elections.
Video Spotlight
Political Science Professor Cal Jillson talks to ABC News. Play »
Political Science Professor Dennis Simon talks to Public Radio. Play »
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