This study measures state governors' ideology using computer-assisted content analysis of speeches from 2000 and 2001.
Method & Data Source
Computer-assisted coding analyzed governor speeches to reveal their ideological leanings.
- Speeches examined: State of the State addresses (2000-2001)
- Measurement approach: Computer-assisted content analysis
Findings
The research demonstrates that:
- Governor ideology is accurately reflected in these speeches
- The method reliably measures ideological preferences and values
- Speech content clearly distinguishes governors by party affiliation
Implications for Research
This approach offers a valuable tool for researchers to incorporate governor perspectives into state policy models.
