About the Palmetto Poll
The Palmetto Poll is the best-known independent poll of South Carolina voters. It is directed by Clemson University's Political Science Department and conducted by David Sparks & Associates of Clemson, S.C. The poll is conducted several times during political years.
Clemson's Political Experts
The race for the White House is now down to three major-party candidates: Republican John McCain, Democrat Barack Obama and Libertarian Bob Barr. Each candidate continues to tout his own record while questioning that of his opponent. Clemson University academic experts are available to help dissect this year’s campaigns.
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Joseph Stewart Racial and ethnic politics; education policy |
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David Woodard |
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Bruce Ransom |
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Laura Olson |
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Xiaobo Hu |
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Adam Warber |
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Steve Wainscott |
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John Alexander |
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