# New Measure of Gender Attitudes
We introduce a novel index tracking state-level attitudes toward gender equality from 1972 to 2010. This unprecedented dataset fills a major gap in understanding how gender-role perceptions evolve across different regions.
## Creation Methodology
Our construction employs two cutting-edge statistical approaches: multilevel regression and poststratification alongside survey aggregation techniques. These methods ensure both precision and comprehensiveness in capturing shifting societal views.
## Key Findings Potential
This unique chronicle of evolving gender consciousness offers scholars powerful tools to examine regional variations, historical trends, and the impact of political discourse on social attitudes.
Data Scope: 1972-2010 period across U.S. states
Methodology Focus: Statistical innovation in attitude measurement
Research Utility: Enables exploration of multiple political science topics through a gender lens
| Gender Equality Mood Across States and Over Time was authored by Julianna Koch and Danielle Thomsen. It was published by Sage in SPPQ in 2017. |
