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Dr. Michael P. McDonald is a Professor of Political Science at the University of Florida. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of California, San Diego, and a B.S. in Economics from the California Institute of Technology. Prior to his current position, he taught at George Mason University, Vanderbilt University, and the University of Illinois, Springfield, and completed a post-doctoral fellowship at Harvard University.
His research focuses on elections and methodology, particularly voter turnout dynamics and redistricting processes. He co-leads the Public Mapping Project, a initiative promoting public participation in redistricting through technology. McDonald has authored/co-authored influential works such as Numerical Issues in Statistical Computing for the Social Scientist and edited volumes like The Marketplace of Democracy.
Practically, he has consulted for the U.S. Election Assistance Commission, Pew Center for the States, and served as an expert witness in election-related litigation across multiple states. His media engagements include advising ABC and NBC, with frequent commentary in outlets like The Washington Post and Politico.
McDonald’s work spans academic research, policy advocacy, and public engagement, emphasizing transparency in electoral processes and innovative solutions to improve democratic participation.
