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Dr. Geoff Peterson

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Biography

Biography

Dr. Peterson’s primary areas of teaching are US national elections, voting behavior, conspiracy theories, and political media.   In addition, he teaches occasionally courses on tribal politics and political scandals.  His current research is focused in two areas: looking at shifts in voter perceptions of the major political parties in the 21st century, and examining the impact of tribal gaming on voter behavior.

Education

Education

  • Ph.D., University of Iowa (Political Science)
  • M.A., University of Iowa (Political Science)
  • B.A., Moorhead State University (Psychology and Political Science)
Teaching and Research Interests

Teaching and Research Interests

  • American Electoral Process
  • Political Behavior
  • Research Methodology
  • Native American Politics
  • Political Media
  • Conspiracy Theories 
  • Trust In Government
  • Congressional Committee Makeup
  • Voter Roll-Off
  • Cuban American Voting Patterns
  • Native American Voting