By John C. Davis This morning, we learned of the passing of a legendary figure in our country and one of the most significant figures in the 20th Century; George H. W. Bush. President Bush answered every time the country asked him to serve as a veteran and war hero in World War II, a … Continue reading On The Passing Of George H. W. Bush →

By John C. Davis Over the course of the last campaign season, Arkansans witnessed a race with very negative ads, funded largely by out of state groups, making accusations of unethical behavior. Newspapers columns and Letters to the Editor were filed discussing the bitterness of this political contest. The stakes were high as voters would … Continue reading Is It Time To Rethink Judicial Selection In Arkansas? →

By John C. Davis Given the frustration expressed by so many with the status quo, it is reasonable to wonder if things would be improved with one or a few viable parties in addition to the Democratic and Republican parties. In this context, the term “third party” refers to a political party organization that is … Continue reading Third Parties: The Third Wheels of U.S. Politics →

By John C. Davis Being a professor of political science, I am often asked to offer my opinion on political events. I like to talk about politics, but I am even more interested in listening to the opinions of others. I often encounter people who express disgust for one or several aspects of our political … Continue reading In Defense of Political Parties →

By John C. Davis In the future, I will use this space to discuss political news and events concerning our state and nation. First, however, I want to take a moment to introduce myself, explain my reason for writing and share what to expect—and not expect—from this blog moving forward. I am an assistant professor … Continue reading What to Expect →