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Econometric analyses of electoral behavior: A critical review

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This paper reviews the major econometric analyses of electoral behavior in the United States. After a discussion of the early works in this area, analysis focuses on the recent debate precipitated by Kramer's 1971 work. The most important econometric works are summarized so that political scientists not working in this area but still interested in understanding the economic influences on voting can become acquainted with the substantive conclusions of each work and learn something of the different variables and methodologies employed in the analysis. For scholars engaged in research in this field, the paper will serve as a useful summary of previous works. The conclusion discusses major points of controversy and suggests specific research questions toward which future work should be directed.

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Monroe, K.R. Econometric analyses of electoral behavior: A critical review. Polit Behav 1, 137–173 (1979). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00989992

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