Humanities Washington Lecture: The Strange Link Between Shark Attacks and Voting Behavior

Do any of us vote rationally? Or is it all just vibes?
Discover the fascinating political science case study in which a horrifying wave of shark attacks in New Jersey may have cost Woodrow Wilson votes—despite Wilson and his policies having nothing to do with the attacks.
The theory holds that people vote based on their current emotional state, and reward or punish politicians because of it. In this fascinating talk, explore the bizarre but plausible theory that shark attacks affect voting behavior while learning about the many factors that influence our politics so we can be more thoughtful, rational citizens.
Michael Artime is an associate professor in the political science department at Pacific Lutheran University. His teaching and research interests are in the field of American politics and political communication.
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