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Dan Slater is a Professor of Political Science at the University of Michigan, specializing in the politics and history of dictatorships and emerging democracies with a regional focus on Southeast Asia. He serves as Director of the Center for Emerging Democracies, and holds affiliations with the Center for Southeast Asian Studies, Program in International and Comparative Studies, and other interdisciplinary programs. His academic journey includes a PhD from Emory University (2005), an MA from the University of Washington (1996), and a BA from the University of Wisconsin (1994). Slater’s research examines authoritarian durability, democratization processes, and the interplay between contentious politics and state power, with a strong emphasis on Southeast Asia’s historical trajectories.
His work bridges comparative politics, international relations, and methodological innovation, with key contributions including the seminal book Ordering Power: Contentious Politics and Authoritarian Leviathans in Southeast Asia. Recent research explores the origins of democratic transitions, military supremacy in dictatorships, and the legacies of authoritarianism. Slater has advised on democratization challenges in Ethiopia, Fiji, and Pakistan, and his consulting work extends to institutional analysis in transitional states.
Slater’s articles appear in top journals like the American Journal of Political Science, International Organization, and World Politics, alongside region-specific publications. His research consistently bridges historical analysis with contemporary political dynamics, offering frameworks for understanding regime stability and transformation. Beyond academia, he has held leadership roles in research centers, including Director of the University of Chicago’s Center for International Social Science Research.
His awards and recognitions are not explicitly listed here, but his prolific publication record and interdisciplinary influence reflect significant scholarly impact. Slater’s current work addresses democratic erosion, authoritarian resilience, and the global implications of Southeast Asia’s political experiments.
