11.1 / Research

A Democratic Norm Endures January 6th: Congress and Deference to States’ Election Certifications

Abstract The U.S. Congress rarely overturns elections to either of its chambers. Legislators tend to follow a norm of deference…

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March 26, 2022

11.1 / Research

Democratic Isolation, Thin Citizenship, and Insurrection: A Theory

Abstract Citizens are deeply cynical of the institutions and practice of representative democracy, resulting in increased isolation and extremism rather…

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March 26, 2022

11.1 / Editorial

EJOPA 11.1 | From the Editor

This editorial is my final one for the eJournal of Public Affairs, having announced my retirement as of March 1,…

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March 26, 2022

11.1 / Volume 11

Introductory Essay | Civic Engagement in an Era of Divisive Politics and Civil Unrest

On January 6, 2021, a joint session of the U.S. Congress met to certify the electoral votes from the 50…

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March 26, 2022

Editorial

Special Issue Coming Soon: Civic Engagement in an Era of Civil Unrest

The eJournal of Public Affairs wants to remind everyone about the solemn anniversary of the insurrection at the US Capitol…

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January 5, 2022