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Jordan Carr Peterson is a tenure-track Assistant Professor in the Department of Political Science at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, specializing in regulation and public law. He also serves as Associate Editor at Research & Politics.
Education:
- Ph.D. in Political Science, University of Southern California (2018)
- J.D., University of Florida Levin College of Law
Research Focus: Peterson's work examines the operation of public authority in U.S. lawmaking institutions, with particular emphasis on how legal and political institutions structure organizational practices and individual conduct. His research employs both traditional legal analysis and empirical social science methods to investigate critical issues facing the American state.
His research spans several interconnected areas: the legal regulation of sexual behavior, economic conflicts of interest in government, policy implementation across fragmented institutional structures, and LGBTQ+ rights. He is particularly interested in how business interests influence the policy process and how the distribution of legal authority across American institutions affects social justice outcomes.
Research Impact: Peterson's scholarship has appeared in leading journals including Journal of Politics, Political Research Quarterly, Legislative Studies Quarterly, Rutgers University Law Review, and Missouri Law Review. His work bridges multiple disciplines including political science, law, economics, and public administration, contributing to scholarly understanding of institutional design, regulatory processes, and policy implementation.
Awards and Recognition:
- Western Political Science Association Best Article Award (2020) for work published in Political Research Quarterly
- Cynthia Weber Award (2022) from APSA's Sexuality & Politics section for best paper on Supreme Court implementation of gay rights holdings
Professional Service: In addition to his research and teaching responsibilities, Peterson serves as Associate Editor at Research & Politics, contributing to the editorial processes of this important political science journal. His combined roles as educator, researcher, and editor position him at the intersection of academic scholarship and policy-relevant research.
Current Research Directions: Peterson continues to develop research analyzing how vertical and horizontal distribution of legal authority constrains LGBTQ equality, examining the persistence of unconstitutional laws criminalizing consensual sexual behavior, and investigating the impact of economic conflicts of interest on public policy outcomes. His ongoing projects promise to deepen understanding of institutional constraints on social justice and effective governance.
