British Journal of Political Science

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British Journal of Political Science from @cambup-polsci.cambridge.org‬. cambridge.org/bjpols BJPolS is now an open access journal and from 2025 has published continuously with no issues, just one volume per year.

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BJPolS abstract discussing a study on electoral propaganda in Russia, focusing on a pro-regime propaganda video about Vladimir Putin before the presidential election.
BJPolS abstract of a research paper examining governance principles in Italy and the UK. It discusses public orientations, interdependence of values, and the influence of government policies.
BJPolS abstract section of a research paper discussing the relationship between education on historical labor struggle, union engagement, and class-based solidarity in the US. The study uses surveys focusing on perspectives of non-college-educated people in the American South...
BJPolS abstract of a study discussing public theories of democracy and satisfaction, focusing on pluralism, information, and respect in 175 countries from 2000 to 2020.
BJPolS abstract discussing geographic representation in elections. Highlights geographic disproportionality between votes and party seats, using data from 113 districts across twelve democracies.
BJPolS abstract discussing selective egalitarianism in economic policies, analyzing political manifestos and OECD countries' approaches to taxation and redistribution. The focus is on party competence and policy complexity, highlighting challenges in implementing redistributive measures effectively.
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BJPolS abstract summarizing a study on femonationalism, focusing on the use of gendered rhetoric in anti-immigration policies across Western European countries from 2009 to 2024.
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BJPolS abstract of a study on how UK Members of Parliament (MPs) respond to constituent policy queries. The research indicates that MPs' responsiveness varies with the level of agreement with constituents.
BJPolS abstract discussing political party appeals across multiple European countries from 1970 to 2025. It mentions Austria, Denmark, Germany, Ireland, the Netherlands, Spain, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom, highlighting the use of the Parties’ Social Group Appeals (PSoGA) Database and its compatibility with MARPOR.
BJPolS abstract from an academic paper discussing "partisan intolerance." It explores political tolerance, examining differences between bipartisan and out‑partisan interactions with political activities. It mentions experiments conducted in Britain, finding high levels of partisan intolerance.
BJPolS abstract text from a paper discussing the immigration debate. It highlights a study conducted in Norway and summarizes findings about how arguments from opposing sides are perceived and countered.
BJPolS abstract text on electoral winners and democratic norm violations. Discusses a study on in-party favoritism and how exposure to a winning signal affects perception of policies as democratic. Mentions strategic political calculation and challenges why winners may tolerate norm violations.
BJPolS abstract text titled "Exclusionary attitudes" discussing how in-group victimhood impacts antisemitism in contemporary Spain. Examines attachment levels to Spanish nation and attitudes towards Jews from Spain, noting that historical exposure may influence responses.
BJPolS abstract text describing a study on how the first wave of globalization influenced electoral populism in the United States, using a new county-level dataset. It discusses the relationship between international trade exposure, crop market access, and political backlash.
BJPolS abstract about spatial inequalities in human capital and their effect on high-income democracies. It highlights the Regional Human Capital Database (RHCD), an open-access dataset covering 60,000 units in twenty wealthy democracies from the 1980s onward...
Introduction from a BJPolS article titled "Emissions Sufficientarianism" by Göran Duus-Otterström, discussing the ethical view on greenhouse gas emissions.
BJPolS abstract discusses the influence of non-state actors, like international organizations, on OECD tax regulations. It highlights how firms and industry associations build positive reputations to impact bureaucratic decision-making, using a new dataset of public comments.
BJPolS abstract text discussing the impact of focusing events, like the murder of George Floyd, on citizens' attitudes and voter registration in the United States. Highlights increased voter registration across various groups and reduced partisan advantage, suggesting events like Floyd's death motivate diverse groups to advocate for change.
BJPolS abstract of a study on language promotion in China, focusing on putonghua. It discusses the impact on citizen satisfaction, government reach, and state propaganda. Highlights a language reform in 2001 and increased media consumption in putonghua.
BJPolS abstract text discussing a study on social media abuse towards politicians. It highlights the gender-related abuse faced, especially against women, mentions the challenge of perceptible versus the unseen offenses...
BJPolS abstract from a research paper discussing the impact of global market pressures on domestic politics. It highlights how these pressures influence the rise of populist parties. The study examines elections to the US House of Representatives from 2002 to 2016, focusing on candidates' place of birth as a proxy for local ties.
BJPolS abstract from a research paper discussing domestic politics in international relations, focusing on American public opinion from 2004-23. The paper highlights how foreign policy elites misinterpret public opinion, perceiving it as more isolationist. The study uses paired surveys of elites and non-elites...
BJPolS abstract of a research paper discussing the relationship between immigration and crime rates. The text outlines the study's focus on examining crime rates among immigrants compared to local averages and highlights issues with large group comparisons.
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BJPolS abstract exploring how political violence affects participation in policy debates, particularly among marginalized politicians. The study uses data from a Swedish politician survey, showing that women and immigrant‑background politicians are more likely to refrain from debates due to violence.
BJPolS abstract summarizing research on the involvement of firms in American politics over the past two decades. It questions if firms have become more active lobbyists in Congress. The study uses data comparing 180,000 interest organizations across sectors to assess firm lobbying activity and centrality in politics.
BJPolS abstract discussing the impact of higher salaries for politicians on corruption. The text highlights a study using EU data, noting variations in research designs and the potential benefits of increased salaries for local politicians in decreasing corruption risk.
BJPolS abstract discussing the impact of technological change on social policy preferences. It examines dual vocational education and training (VET), suggesting that dual VET reduces the demand for compensatory social policy. The findings are based on data from the European Social Survey and material from education systems.
BJPolS abstract of a research paper examining governance principles in Italy and the UK. It discusses public orientations, interdependence of values, and the influence of government policies.
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BJPolS abstract discussing the relationship between war and interdependence, focusing on battlefield disruptions, with examples from the Russia-Ukraine war and Armenia-Azerbaijan conflict. The findings highlight how interdependence can affect wartime strategies and post-war peace building.
BJPolS abstract discussing the impact of business interests on climate policy, focusing on firms with short-term gains versus those with long-term ownership. It introduces a study using U.S. data and a measure of climate policy opposition.
BJPolS abstract on civil disobedience. It discusses political philosophers' views on the state's anxiety, mentioning "Contagion," "Fragility," and "Value" as components of this anxiety. It references the significance of these concepts and John Rawls' influential discussions on the topic, suggesting that political philosophizing can reflect state anxiety.
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BJPolS abstract discussing political party appeals across multiple European countries from 1970 to 2025. It mentions Austria, Denmark, Germany, Ireland, the Netherlands, Spain, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom, highlighting the use of the Parties’ Social Group Appeals (PSoGA) Database and its compatibility with MARPOR.
A list of the BJPolS Excellence in Reviewing Award award with a green border
BJPolS abstract from an academic paper discussing "partisan intolerance." It explores political tolerance, examining differences between bipartisan and out‑partisan interactions with political activities. It mentions experiments conducted in Britain, finding high levels of partisan intolerance.
"Certificate for Excellence in Reviewing" displayed in green text on a white background.
BJPolS abstract text from a paper discussing the immigration debate. It highlights a study conducted in Norway and summarizes findings about how arguments from opposing sides are perceived and countered.
BJPolS abstract text on electoral winners and democratic norm violations. Discusses a study on in-party favoritism and how exposure to a winning signal affects perception of policies as democratic. Mentions strategic political calculation and challenges why winners may tolerate norm violations.
BJPolS abstract text titled "Exclusionary attitudes" discussing how in-group victimhood impacts antisemitism in contemporary Spain. Examines attachment levels to Spanish nation and attitudes towards Jews from Spain, noting that historical exposure may influence responses.
BJPolS abstract discussing AI usage in government. It covers public regulation demands due to backlash, tracking attitudes toward AI, and the impact of personal experiences with AI-bosses on decision making.
BJPolS abstract about electoral integrity in the United States discusses voters' responses to anti-democratic behavior, partisan attachments, and the implications for democracy and party dynamics.
BJPolS abstract discussing the impact of using immigrant personal narratives to improve public perceptions and policy in middle-income countries. It mentions studies from high-income countries, a focus on Colombia between 2021 and 2023, and findings about narrative-based interventions and economic concerns.
BJPolS abstract discussing disinformation's threat to democracy and the balance required with freedom of speech. It argues that deliberate falsehoods don't merit protection and suggests a dual-track model and regular review to combat disinformation.
BJPolS abstract about spatial inequalities in human capital and their effect on high-income democracies. It highlights the Regional Human Capital Database (RHCD), an open-access dataset covering 60,000 units in twenty wealthy democracies from the 1980s onward...
BJPolS abstract text describing a study on how the first wave of globalization influenced electoral populism in the United States, using a new county-level dataset. It discusses the relationship between international trade exposure, crop market access, and political backlash.
Introduction from a BJPolS article titled "Emissions Sufficientarianism" by Göran Duus-Otterström, discussing the ethical view on greenhouse gas emissions.
BJPolS abstract discusses the influence of non-state actors, like international organizations, on OECD tax regulations. It highlights how firms and industry associations build positive reputations to impact bureaucratic decision-making, using a new dataset of public comments.
BJPolS abstract text discussing the impact of focusing events, like the murder of George Floyd, on citizens' attitudes and voter registration in the United States. Highlights increased voter registration across various groups and reduced partisan advantage, suggesting events like Floyd's death motivate diverse groups to advocate for change.
BJPolS abstract text discussing a study on social media abuse towards politicians. It highlights the gender-related abuse faced, especially against women, mentions the challenge of perceptible versus the unseen offenses, and notes how traditional gender roles manifest in the presence of gendered language online...
BJPolS abstract of a study on language promotion in China, focusing on putonghua. It discusses the impact on citizen satisfaction, government reach, and state propaganda. Highlights a language reform in 2001 and increased media consumption in putonghua.