David Kimball

David Kimball is a Professor in the Department of Political Science at the University of Missouri–St. Louis, with a career spanning academic research and practical policy analysis. His work focuses on election administration, voter behavior, and the intersection of public policy and electoral systems.

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Research interests include Election Administration, Ranked Choice Voting, Voter Fraud Perception, and Interest Group Influence. His publications highlight trends in voting technology, media impact on electoral beliefs, and administrative challenges in local elections.

Recent articles (2025–2022) explore innovations in voting practices, such as Ballots and Booths (2025) and Guardians at the Gates (2025), alongside longitudinal studies on Political Identity (2021–2022) and Media Influence (2018–2022). Key themes include urban-rural disparities, partisan polarization, and procedural reforms like cumulative and ranked choice voting.

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Collaborative work includes partnerships with scholars like Jeff Smith (2013), Samuel Patterson (1997), and Marie Hojnacki (1999), with a focus on organizational lobbying, public attitudes toward Congress, and election logistics.

Labs or teams not explicitly mentioned in the provided texts, but his research aligns with academic institutions and policy-focused political science initiatives.