American Politics Data, Articles, and Research Resources

(15:38) In this episode, we explore new research and data on American politics and public policy. Topics include legislative behavior, partisan dynamics, public opinion, and the impact of institutions on policy outcomes..

America is more politically polarized now than at almost any other time in our history. Dean Henry E. Brady of UC Berkeley's Goldman School of Public Policy is studying that polarization and what, if anything, can be done to reverse it. He explains how changing political priorities, technology, and partisan media have all played a role in bringing us to a point where Republicans and Democrats don't even want their ch....

"It's the economy stupid!" - This remains one of the most famous axioms in American politics. But what does it mean for the United States’ 2024 Presidential Election? In this video, Bertelsmann Foundation's Samuel George discusses the relationship between the US economy and US elections. It is part of our Bertelsmann Foundation election animation series covering key topics that could sway election results later thi....