The sixth edition of An IBM SPSS Companion to Political Analysis introduced political science students to statistical analysis through guided examples, annotated screenshots, step-by-step instructions, and practical exercises. Working with political datasets, readers learned to describe variables, compare groups, evaluate relationships, and interpret results. Its eleven chapters progressed from basic procedures to inference, regression, and independent research. Examples connected statistical methods with questions in American political behavior and comparative politics, giving students practice moving from data to substantive conclusions. Published in 2019, this edition remains a reference for earlier courses and research.
The seventh edition is the current edition, with revised coverage and updated datasets. Visit its page for current book information and teaching resources.
These resources are retained for earlier courses and research. Use datasets that match your edition.
Chapter titles are retained here as a reference to the sixth edition.