A Rainbow Ceiling? Sexual Orientation and Party Leader Evaluations
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DOI: 10.1017/s0007123425100823
Abstract: Abstract How do citizens evaluate lesbian and gay (LG) party leaders? While recent scholarship has provided a window into how individuals evaluate openly gay legislative candidates, few studies have examined voter evaluations of LG individuals… read more here.
Keywords: party; sexual orientation; ceiling sexual; party leaders ... See more keywords
Making and Breaking Party Leaders? An Informational Theory of Temporary and Lasting Impacts of Prime Minister Debates in Spain
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DOI: 10.1111/ssqu.12446
Abstract: Objective In this project, we develop an informational theory that identifies which prime minister debates are the most meaningful in terms of shifting Spanish public opinion . We argue that debates immediately following the installation… read more here.
Keywords: informational theory; party; party leaders; prime minister ... See more keywords
When Policymakers are Asked: Why and How Polarization Varies Across States
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DOI: 10.1177/10659129221113777
Abstract: This study brings a fresh perspective to elite polarization by examining how policymakers and party leaders interpret and respond to it. Polarization is examined through the language and lived experience of those most familiar with… read more here.
Keywords: party; polarization varies; asked polarization; polarization ... See more keywords
Stranger than Fiction: Voters and Party Leaders in a New Democracy
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DOI: 10.1177/14789299221087139
Abstract: Research in politics uses fictitious politicians to explain different processes. In experimental designs, the participants know that these politicians do not exist. However, we know little about what happens when people are not aware about… read more here.
Keywords: party; voters party; leaders new; fiction voters ... See more keywords
Transformational Party Leaders: Determinants of Leadership Style Assessment in Central and Eastern Europe
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DOI: 10.17645/pag.9141
Abstract: The literature discussing leadership style identifies great variation between contemporary party leaders. While much attention is devoted to their actions, portrayal in the media, and relationships with their followers, there is limited analysis of which… read more here.
Keywords: leadership style; party; party leaders; transformational party ... See more keywords