Don Abelson

Don Abelson is a Professor in the Department of Political Science at McMaster University, specializing in political institutions and international relations with over 25 years of scholarly output. He teaches core courses including US Politics (POLSCI 2US3) and US Foreign Policy (POLSCI 4UF3).

His academic foundation includes:

• BA (Hons) in Political Science from the University of Toronto
• MA in Journalism from Western University
• MA in Political Studies from Queen's University
• PhD in Political Studies from Queen's University

Abelson's research centers on policy institutes and transnational governance, with seminal contributions analyzing how think tanks shape foreign policy agendas. His work examines Canada-US diplomatic dynamics, transatlantic security frameworks, and immigration policy evolution in North America. He employs comparative case studies and institutional analysis to explore non-state actors' influence in democratic systems.

His publication record spans from 1995 to 2024, featuring 20 total works including definitive texts on think tank operations across Western democracies. Recent scholarship addresses contemporary challenges in bilateral relations and policy innovation during geopolitical transitions.