ELECTION ROUNDUP
It's the end of the road for McCain and Obama. What did the candidates do right?
What did they do wrong? For analysis from one of our experts, call SMU News &
Communications at 214-768-7650.
The Glass Ceiling
How did women fare in 2008? Dennis Simon has conducted extensive research into
the districts most likely to elect a woman. He is the co-author of
Breaking the
Political Glass Ceiling: Women and Congressional Elections. Simon is an
associate professor of political science at SMU.
Lone Star Stats
It's home to George W. Bush, and it’s been a red state for years, but are
political preferences changing in Texas? Cal Jillson is a Lone Star State
political expert, and he’s following changes in voter attitudes both on the
local and statewide level. Jillson is an associate dean and a professor of
political science at SMU.
U-Turn for the Religious Right?
They've been a major force in politics for more than a decade, but where will
the religious right go after the 2008 election? Matthew Wilson’s research
specializes in the voting behavior of religious voters, as well as public
opinion, elections, religion and politics, and political psychology. He is
currently at work on two book projects, one on the political behavior of
American Catholics and another dealing with how citizens decide whom to hold
accountable for social and political outcomes. Wilson is an associate professor
of political science at SMU.
ELECTION EXPERTS
| SMU’s election experts are ready to analyze the aftermath of Tuesday's elections. Whether it’s how Obama manages expectations, religion and politics, future strategies or President Bush's legacy, we’ve got just the right professor for you. |
 Cal Jillson |
 Rita Kirk |
 Dennis Simon |
 Matthew Wilson |
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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