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Chris W. Bonneau is a Professor of Political Science at the University of Pittsburgh, specializing in American politics with a focus on judicial politics. He earned his PhD from Michigan State University in 2002 and has been a faculty member at Pitt since then. His research examines judicial elections, campaign dynamics, and the intersection of law and politics. Bonneau served as President of the University Senate from 2018 to 2021 and co-edited influential volumes such as *Judicial Elections in the 21st Century* (2017) and *Voters' Verdicts* (2015).
His work spans empirical studies on judicial legitimacy, campaign financing, and voter behavior in state courts. Recent publications include analyses of peer review processes and electoral participation. Bonneau’s research has been funded by grants like the NSF-backed *Collaborative Research: An Individual-Level State Supreme Court Database* (2005–2006). He currently co-edits *State Politics and Policy Quarterly*, a key outlet for judicial politics research. His contributions bridge theoretical insights with practical implications for judicial reform and electoral systems.
