Building the Future of Multiracial Democracy: The Role of Political Scientists and Law Professors

Session Submission Type: Roundtable

Session Description

This panel delves into the critical role that political scientists and law professors play in addressing the challenges to and opportunities for fostering a robust multiracial democracy. With a focus on election law, political violence, demographic changes, and the rise of identity politics, the panel aims to explore innovative solutions and strategies for advancing multiracial democracy. The session will feature insights from leading scholars and practitioners, highlighting interdisciplinary approaches and collaborative efforts to navigate the complexities of our current political landscape.

Sub Unit

• Related Groups / Law and Political Process Study Group

Chair

• Emily Zhang UC Berkeley School of Law

Presenters

• Spencer Overton George Washington University

• Andrew I Thompson University of Pennsylvania

• Didi Kuo Stanford University

• Tabatha Abu El-Haj Drexel University, Thomas R. Kline School of Law