Research shows public pressure pushes democratically elected leaders to be more aggressive in international conflicts than their autocratic counterparts but finds some exceptions. What kind of political leader is most likely ...
Social Sciences
Jul 19, 2018
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When trying to inform their decisions on behavioral health policy, almost three-quarters of state legislators choose not to use universities, where most research is undertaken, as a primary source.
Social Sciences
Jul 11, 2018
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At a time when political division is heightened and the parties in Washington are deeply polarized, it is worth asking whether there is any payoff for politicians to work together.
Social Sciences
Jun 29, 2018
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The US Senate on Thursday narrowly confirmed President Donald Trump's pick to head the space agency NASA, over objections from Democrats who warned he lacked a technical background.
Space Exploration
Apr 20, 2018
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Researchers at the University of Utah and Konkuk University found that news stories are perceived as biased based on who shares that story on social media, regardless if the actual story is biased. Published in Mass Communication ...
Social Sciences
Mar 30, 2018
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A study appearing this week from researchers based at the University of Kansas suggests the United States tends to carry out secret military operations against other democratic countries of the world—but to conduct open ...
Social Sciences
Oct 19, 2016
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Live video is growing more popular as a way for families to share big moments with faraway loved ones and for artists and athletes to connect with fans.
Internet
Aug 8, 2016
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A new study reveals that those who affiliate with the Democratic Party have different views than those who vote Republican on the following issues: the likelihood of floods occurring, adopting protection measures, and expectations ...
Environment
Aug 4, 2016
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Here's a test for measuring partisanship in American politics today: Turn on C-SPAN and – without looking at the name of the lawmaker on screen – see how long it takes to tell whether the member of Congress is a Republican ...
Social Sciences
Jul 19, 2016
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In recent years, many states have passed laws that make it more difficult for people to register and vote.
Social Sciences
Feb 25, 2016
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