Clemson University political experts

Published: October 17, 2012

The presidential race is in its final stretch. Clemson University political scientists can analyze the contest and discuss the issues. Contact information is below, or contact the Media Relations office at cunewsroom@clemson.edu or 864-656-2061.

David Woodard is a widely quoted Republican political consultant and an expert in politics, especially Southern politics; conservatism; politics and religion; and the mass media and politics. Contact him at judithw@clemson.edu or call 864-656-3551 (office) or 864-506-9015 (home).

Bruce Ransom is an expert in political campaigns, African-American politics, state and local politics and legislative redistricting. Contact him at bii@clemson.edu or call 864-656-0214 (office) or 864-646-5415 (home).

Jeff Fine is an expert on Congress, the interaction between Congress and the president, American political institutions, elections, research methods and the effect of minority mobilization on congressional voting. Contact him at jfine@clemson.edu or call 864-656-3548. His website is http://people.clemson.edu/~jfine/.

Laura Olson is an expert on religion and politics in America, religious and social trends in America and American politics. E-mail her at laurao@clemson.edu or call 864-656-1457 (office) or 864-250-0783 (home).

Adam Warber studies the American presidency, public policymaking at the federal level and the federal bureaucracy. E-mail him at awarber@clemson.edu or call 864-656-1828 (office) or  864-653-3030 (home).