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Eric Kramon is an associate professor specializing in political science and international affairs, focusing on clientelism, ethnic politics, electoral accountability, and judicial politics in new democracies. He holds a PhD from UCLA and conducted postdoctoral research at Stanford University's Center on Democracy, Development, and the Rule of Law. His book Money for Votes (Cambridge University Press) won the African Politics Conference Group's 2018 Best Book Award. His work has been supported by the National Science Foundation and the International Growth Centre, and published in top journals including the American Political Science Review and Science Advances.
Education: PhD in Political Science from UCLA.
Research Interests: Kramon examines how electoral clientelism shapes democratic processes, the impact of judicial independence on public trust, and the interplay between ethnicity and governance in Africa. His innovative experimental methods explore voter behavior, campaign strategies, and institutional legitimacy in contexts of political instability. Recent work analyzes debates' role in moderating partisan divisions and enhancing electoral accountability.
Awards & Grants: Recipient of the 2018 African Politics Conference Group Best Book Award. Research funding includes grants from NSF and IGC for projects on judicial legitimacy, electoral fraud prevention, and the effects of migration on ethnic divides.
Publications Overview: Recent articles address judicial public acceptance, partisan campaign tactics in Ghana, and the effects of debates on political attitudes. His work bridges theory and practice, offering insights into how democratic institutions can withstand partisan pressures in emerging democracies.
