Welcome

I am Assistant Professor in the Department of Political Science at Michigan State University. I began work at MSU in 2007 after receiving my Ph.D. from U.C. Berkeley. I am interested in American political institutions, public opinion, and policymaking. My primary research concerns interest group representation and influence in the U.S. My secondary research investigates the dynamics of American political campaigns. This year, I will teach a graduate course on political parties and interest groups and an undergraduate course on campaigns and elections.