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Richard Jules Born Professor of Political Science

Richard Born’s research interests lie within the area of congressional elections. His most recent work involves analyzing the consequences of the growing partisan homogeneity of US House districts. His course offerings at Vassar include American Politics, the American Presidency, Congress, Political Parties and Public Opinion, Political Analysis, and Seminar in Congressional Politics.

  • BS, Massachusetts Institute of Technology; MA, PhD, Stanford University
  • At Vassar since 1976

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Research and Academic Interests

  • American Politics

Departments and Programs

Courses

  • POLI 140. American Politics
  • POLI 341. Seminar in Congressional Politics: U.S. House and Senate Election

In the Media

The color of Dutchess: How Republicans have held off the blue wave so far

Richard Born, Professor of Political Science, talked to the Poughkeepsie Journal about the state of politics in Dutchess County.

Professor of Political Science Richard Born talked about ensuring the best representation in the upcoming U.S. election in a WalletHub interview.

Poughkeepsie Journal taps Political Science Professor Richard Born for his thoughts on potential outcomes for local assembly races in Mid-Hudson Valley

Trump’s Backing of Donovan May Muddle Staten Island’s Love for Grimm

Richard Born, Professor of Political Science, was quoted in a New York Times story about how a presidential endorsement is impacting a Staten Island congressional race.

No Friends of Pelosi in Yet Another Crucial House Race

Richard Born, Professor of Political Science, was quoted in an Inside Source story.

Can John Faso Keep his Head Above Water when the Blue Wave Hits?

Richard Born, Professor of Political Science, was quoted in a Chronogram story about the political climate for those running for office during the midterm election.

Marc Molinaro looks to improve name recognition in gubernatorial race

Richard Born, Professor of Political Science, was quoted in a Poughkeepsie Journal story about the gubernatorial bid by Dutchess County Executive Marc Molinaro.
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