This journal publishes research on political decision-making, including how experts influence policy, the strategic use of deception in political conflict, the dynamics of policy decay and legislative competition, and the factors influencing voter behavior and political persuasion. Articles also explore the impact of electoral systems, the role of narratives in political support, and the effectiveness of civic education and accountability mechanisms.
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Political Science and International RelationsQ1
Sociology and Political ScienceQ1
Subject Classification
Web of Science Categories
Political Science
Scopus Categories
Sociology and Political SciencePolitical Science and International Relations
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Electoral Systems and Political ParticipationMedia Influence and PoliticsFiscal Policies and Political EconomyGame Theory and Voting SystemsPolitical Influence and Corporate StrategiesFiscal Policy and Economic GrowthCorruption and Economic DevelopmentSocial Media and PoliticsPolitical Conflict and GovernanceExperimental Behavioral Economics Studies