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Lina Newton is a Professor of Political Science at Hunter College, City University of New York (CUNY), with affiliations in the Department of Women and Gender Studies. Her research focuses on American Politics, Public Policy, Minority Politics, and Immigration Policy.
- Education: Ph.D. in Political Science from University of California, Irvine (2002)
Newton's research explores the intersection of immigration policy, minority rights, and political identity. She analyzes how social constructions of deservedness shape legislative outcomes, with a focus on congressional immigration reform efforts and ethnic political behavior. Her work spans theoretical frameworks in political science and practical policy implications.
Key trends in her publications include: longitudinal analysis of U.S. immigration policymaking (2000-2013), intersectional studies combining racial/ethnic identity with economic threat theory, and investigations into legislative responsiveness to immigrant populations. Works like Deserving and Entitled: Social Constructions and Public Policy demonstrate her expertise in policy narrative analysis.
