Posts by Steven L. Taylor
About Steven L. Taylor
Steven L. Taylor is a Professor of Political Science and a College of Arts and Sciences Dean. His main areas of expertise include parties, elections, and the institutional design of democracies. His most recent book is the co-authored A Different Democracy: American Government in a 31-Country Perspective. He earned his Ph.D. from the University of Texas and his BA from the University of California, Irvine. He has been blogging since 2003 (originally at the now defunct Poliblog). Follow Steven on Twitter
An Observation on the State of the Debate over Fiscal Policy
Instead of decades-old retreads like talking about abolishing the Department of Education, it would be nice if we had a real debate about the fiscal circumstances in the country.
The Profound Importance of Juan Williams
Apparently Juan Williams is really, really, really important.
Another TV Parent Passes: Tom Bosley, RIP
Actor Tom Bosley, best known for his role as Howard Cunningham on TV’s “Happy Days,” had died at 83.
More on Miller’s Bodyguards and the Press (Video)
Salon has video of the aftermath of the Hopfinger handcuffing. Plus: if we remove the partisan labels and just assess what happened, would we view this situation differently?
Joe Miller’s Security Team Handcuffs Journalist
Don’t ask Senate candidate Joe Miller questions he doesn’t want to answer else his security team might cuff you.
Germany and the Lessons of Immigration Policy
German Chancellor Angela Merkel declare multiculturalism in Germany to be a “failure.” Proof that anti-immigration activists in the United States are correct, right?
Russia and Venezuela Sign Energy Deal
Venezuela have reached a series of agreement on energy. Should the US be concerned?
The Year of the (Odd) Candidate
Politicians are, by definition, a bit abnormal. However, this year we seem to have more than our fair share of the truly odd.
Voters Want a Third Party
54% of Americans want an alternative to the Democrats and Republicans. The question remains as to what kind of third party they want.
New Security Council Members (and a Discussion Question)
Should the UN expand the number of permanent Security Council members?
More on Taxes and Incentives
More on Greg Mankiw’s thought experiment on taxes and incentives to work.
The Dobbs Story and What it Really says About Illegal Immigration
The Lou Dobbs story simply underscores the fact that the illegal immigration debate is fundamentally about labor supply and demand.
More Polls (CT, NY & MO)
More numbers for campaign 2010–in this case, ones that show the maintenance of the status quo in several states.
Silly Third Party Musings
Thomas Friedman engages in some early speculation about a serious third party presidential run. As usual, such speculation ignores the basic structures of American politics.
California Decriminalizes Marijuana
Governor Schwarzenegger has signed a bill making pot possession (at certain levels) the equivalent of a traffic ticket.
More on O’Donnell’s Misrepresentation of her Education
More on O’Donnell’s representation of her education in her own words.
O’Donnell’s Dubious Academic History
Senate candidate Christine O’Donnell has a history of embellishing her educational history.
Cuba: Threat to Global Security?
Mary Anastasia O’Grady takes Jeffery Golodberg to task over his interview with Fidel Castro. Much hilarity (or, at least, poor analysis) ensues.
Islamophobia and Text Books in Texas
A history book used in Texas until 2003 mentions Islam more than Christianity. Much outrage ensues.
