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
Blast from the Past: Newt and Drug War Logic
Back in the late 90s, Newt wanted to execute marjiuana traffickers.
Erick Erickson’s Odd (and Telling) Confession
A revealing quote and some musing on Newt’s consistency.
Another Example of Fee-for-Service Fire Department Letting a Home Burn (and its Implications)
A story from Tennessee raises further questions about the role of government.
Santorum on Suffering and Death
Rick Santorum has some extreme views on social welfare. Of course, he isn’t alone.
Looking at the Causes of the Financial Crisis
Can we credibly blame the CRA, Fannie Mae/Freddie Mac, and the like for the mortgage crisis?
Military Rule Continues in Egypt
Current events have underscored who holds political power in Egypt in the post-Mubarak era.
Conservative Media Destroying Conservative Movement?
Treating entertainment as entertainment is one thing. Treating it as news and education is another.
