John Hanley

John Hanley is an Associate Lecturer in the Department of Political Science at the University of Central Florida (UCF). His academic background includes a BA from Rice University and a Ph.D. from UC Berkeley. His research focuses on Congress, Constitutional Law, and Public Opinion, particularly examining congressional investigations, judicial behavior, and policy responses to crises. Notable work includes a book project tracing congressional investigations from the early Republic to today, using quantitative and archival methods. Hanley has contributed to journals like Political Research Quarterly and Hastings Law Review. Office hours are by appointment.

His research interests emphasize the intersection of legislative oversight, constitutional frameworks, and public sentiment. Recent publications analyze the Supreme Court’s interaction with public opinion during wartime, the death penalty’s legal evolution, and the impacts of term limits on electoral competition. He has been featured in UCF’s COS News discussing the 2020 U.S. presidential election dynamics.

No scientific awards are explicitly listed in the provided materials. Advising and grant details are not mentioned. Hanley’s office is located in HPH 302 I, with contact via email or phone: 407-823-6773.