David Jackson, Ph.D.

Education

• B.A. - University of Detroit; Political Science 
• M.A. - Bowling Green State University; Political Science
• Ph.D. - Wayne State University; Political Science

Research Interests

• American Politics
• Political Behavior
• Media and Politics
• Canadian Government and Politics

Biography

David J. Jackson’s research focuses on the links between culture and politics, including connections between people’s entertainment and political preferences. He has also written extensively about organized labor’s campaign contribution strategies. His interests extend beyond the US to Canada, where his research has focused on entertainment and politics, as well as gambling policy. He is also interested in Poland and the Polish diaspora in the United States.  He has written about the role of music in the creation and maintenance of the Polish-American identity, and the voting behavior of Polish Americans.

Courses Taught

• American Government
• Politics and Mass Media
• American Political Thought
• Research Methods
• Canadian Government and Politics