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James Mac Avery is an Associate Professor of Political Science at Stockton University, where he has served since 2006. He holds a Ph.D. in Political Science from the University of Kentucky (2004) and a B.A. in Political Science from San Francisco State University (1998). His research focuses on political representation, racial dynamics, voter turnout patterns, and the intersection of media influence and political trust. Avery has published extensively in top-tier journals such as Political Behavior, State Politics and Policy Quarterly, and Social Science Quarterly.
His work examines topics like Latino electoral strength's impact on state immigration policies, income inequality linked to voter turnout disparities, and the role of racial composition in shaping legislative representation. He has also explored the consequences of political mistrust among African Americans and the effects of media exposure on public trust in institutions.
Avery’s recent courses include Political Science Senior Seminar, American Political Behavior and Representation, and Unequal America. His research has been presented at conferences such as the American Political Science Association and the Southern Political Science Association. He has co-authored book chapters on racial impacts of welfare reform and contributed to encyclopedic entries on public opinion and racial stereotypes.
No scientific awards are explicitly listed in his CV. His advising and grant activities are not detailed here, though his extensive publication record suggests active research engagement. He is affiliated with Stockton University’s Political Science department, contributing to academic discourse on contemporary political issues.
