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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British Journal of Political Science@bjpols· 7d

Our 2026 (volume 56) articles can be found here - https://cup.org/4kRKcgQ #OpenAccess

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British Journal of Political Science@bjpols· 9d

NEW - Can Authoritarian Electoral Propaganda Compete with the Opposition? Experimental Evidence from Russia - https://cup.org/4ySTzn1 - Michael Rochlitz, Koen Schoors & @nikitaz.bsky.social #OpenAccess

BJPolS abstract discussing a study on electoral propaganda in Russia, focusing on a pro-regime propaganda video about Vladimir Putin before the presidential election.

British Journal of Political Science@bjpols· 10d

From June 2026 - Governance Values in Social and Political Belief Systems - https://cup.org/4fSfzaz - @tonybertelli.bsky.social, Silvia Cannas & Marika Danielle Csapo #OpenAccess

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.

British Journal of Political Science@bjpols· 12d

NEW - Education for Mobilization: The Effects of Knowledge about Labor History on Union Support - https://cup.org/44YYa9G - @rrahnama.bsky.social & @jonnekamphorst.bsky.social #OpenAccess

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...

British Journal of Political Science@bjpols· 13d

NEW - Democratic Satisfaction and the Public Sphere - https://cup.org/4yP5gv2 "we find that higher levels of pluralism, information, and respect correlate with greater democratic satisfaction" - @agustingoenaga.bsky.social #OpenAccess

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.

British Journal of Political Science@bjpols· 13d

NEW - Disproportionality in Geographic Representation - https://cup.org/4fLxlL5 - Orit Kedar, Yair Amitai & Gilad Hurvitz #OpenAccess

BJPolS abstract discussing geographic representation in elections. Highlights geographic disproportionality between votes and party seats, using data from 113 districts across twelve democracies.

British Journal of Political Science@bjpols· 14d

NEW - The Equality Positions and Policies of Governments, 1970–2020: How Egalitarian Parties Evoke Equality While Evading Real Redistribution - https://cup.org/3TLOKfb - @alexanderhorn.bsky.social & @leoahrens.bsky.social #OpenAccess

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.

British Journal of Political Science@bjpols· 16d

In partnership with Cambridge and BJPolS, the @britishacademy.bsky.social awards an annual prize in honour of Brian Barry, a distinguished Fellow of the Academy and founding editor of the journal. Browse the prize winners here - https://cup.org/46Q9A0C

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British Journal of Political Science@bjpols· 20d

NEW - Thinly Veiled: The Use of Femonationalist Speech in European Parliaments - https://cup.org/4fPucuL - @jmfernandes86.bsky.social, Bonnie M. Meguid & @anacweeks.bsky.social #OpenAccess

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.

British Journal of Political Science@bjpols· 23d

BJPolS is a broadly based #OpenAccess journal aiming to cover developments across a wide range of countries and specialisms. Find out how to submit your paper here - https://cup.org/4aybnKg

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British Journal of Political Science@bjpols· 25d

NEW - When Legislators Do Not Differentiate: A Field Experiment on British MPs’ Responses to Constituent Policy Queries - https://cup.org/4hormhs - @danbischof.bsky.social, @vchengm.bsky.social, @gidoncohen.bsky.social, Sarah Cohen, @florianfoos.bsky.social, et al #OpenAccess

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.

British Journal of Political Science@bjpols· 27d

From May 2026 - Who Do Parties Speak To? Introducing the PSoGA: A New Comprehensive Database of Parties’ Social Group Appeals https://cup.org/43fmXFj - @alonadolinsky.com, @lenamariahuber.bsky.social & @rwillh11.bsky.social #FirstView

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.

British Journal of Political Science@bjpols· 29d

From May 2026 - Partisan (In)Tolerance and Affective Polarization - https://cup.org/4ud30Lm - James Tilley, @tmbejan.bsky.social & @sarahobolt.bsky.social #OpenAccess

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.

British Journal of Political Science@bjpols· Jul 8

From May 2026 - Uncovering Mutual Understanding on Immigration with Open-Ended Survey Questions - https://cup.org/4cXArLR - Soran Hajo Dahl (University of Bergen) #OpenAccess

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.

British Journal of Political Science@bjpols· Jul 8

From May 2026 - Love Blinds? Winners, In-Party Favoritism, and Support for Violations of Democratic Norms - https://cup.org/4njqsE4 - Yu-Shiuan Huang #OpenAccess

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.

British Journal of Political Science@bjpols· Jul 8

From May 2026 - National Attachment, Past In-Group Perpetratorhood, and Out-Group Attitudes - cup.org/3Pe9gDf - @laiabalcells.bsky.social, @eliasdinas.bsky.social & Ethan vanderWilden #OpenAccess

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.

British Journal of Political Science@bjpols· Jun 29

From April 2026 - The First Wave of Globalization and Electoral Populism in the United States - https://cup.org/4vVZx50 - Ze Han & Helen V. Milner #OpenAccess

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.

British Journal of Political Science@bjpols· Jun 29

From April 2026 - Skills, Spatial Polarization, and the Politics of the Knowledge Economy: Introducing the Regional Human Capital Database - https://cup.org/42ztudJ - Jane Gingrich, Daniel McArthur & Mihnea Cuibus #OpenAccess

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...

British Journal of Political Science@bjpols· Jun 26

From April 2026 - Against Strong Emissions Sufficientarianism - https://cup.org/4mVe7FR "Instead of forbidding all non-subsistence emissions, I argue we ought to identify and safeguard inessential emitting activities that outweigh the risk of imposing..." - Blake Francis #OpenAccess

Introduction from a BJPolS article titled "Emissions Sufficientarianism" by Göran Duus-Otterström, discussing the ethical view on greenhouse gas emissions.

British Journal of Political Science@bjpols· Jun 23

From April 2026 - Firm Influence in International Organizations: The Case of OECD Tax Evasion Regulations - https://cup.org/4vTyjfy - Margaret A. T. Kenney (University of California, Berkeley) #OpenAccess

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.

British Journal of Political Science@bjpols· Jun 23

From April 2026 - Changing the Scope of Conflict? Voter Registration and George Floyd’s Murder - https://cup.org/3Qofl0h - @hjghassell.bsky.social & @johnholbein1.bsky.social #OpenAccess

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.

British Journal of Political Science@bjpols· Jun 22

From April 2026 - Standard Language, Propaganda, and Government Satisfaction under Authoritarianism - https://cup.org/41KofaX - Jieun Kim #OpenAccess

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.

British Journal of Political Science@bjpols· Jun 22

From April 2026 - Clicks and Stones: Women Politicians and Gendered Hostility Online - https://cup.org/3OumED3 - Annie Jarman #OpenAccess

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...

British Journal of Political Science@bjpols· Jun 22

Global Markets and Local Representation - https://cup.org/4u3ZiU0 - Timm Betz, Paul Binder & Jonas Geus #OpenAccess

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.

British Journal of Political Science@bjpols· Jun 21

From April 2026 - Elite Misperceptions in Foreign Policy - cup.org/4cmGwBb - @jkertzer.bsky.social, Joshua Busby, Jonathan Monten, @jordantama.bsky.social & @ckafura.bsky.social #OpenAccess

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...

British Journal of Political Science@bjpols· Jun 20

From April 2026 - Null by Design: Statistical Dilution in Immigration-Crime Research - https://cup.org/4vDBgkh - @riazsascha.bsky.social #OpenAccess

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.

British Journal of Political Science@bjpols· Jun 11

From April 2026 - Silenced Voices: How Violence Marginalizes Women and Immigrant Politicians in Policy Debates - https://cup.org/4tHjlao - @sandrahkansson.bsky.social & @ceciliajosefsson.bsky.social #OpenAccess

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.

British Journal of Political Science@bjpols· Jun 8

From April 2026 - The Evolution of Firm Lobbying in American Politics: Testing Theories of Lobby Activity and Centrality (1999–2018) - https://cup.org/4dykWuq - @marcelhanegraaff.bsky.social, @eaizenberg.bsky.social & @diliaravaleeva.bsky.social #OpenAccess

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.

British Journal of Political Science@bjpols· Jun 8

From April 2026 - Revisiting the Link between Politicians’ Salaries and Corruption - https://cup.org/4dxY7XU - Marko Klasnja, Mihály Fazekas & Ahmed Al-Shaibani #OpenAccess

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.

British Journal of Political Science@bjpols· Jun 8

From April 2026 - The Missing Link: Technological Change, Dual VET, and Social Policy Preferences - https://cup.org/4sUzglE - @mhaslberger.bsky.social, Patrick Emmenegger & @ndurazzi.bsky.social #OpenAccess