Reflections on CPAC México: Five Battles of the international far right
Illiberalism Studies Program Blog, The George Washington University
December 6, 2022
This research examines five themes that emerged during the CPAC México gathering in November 2022.
Italian far-right discourse in the 2022 election campaign
Illiberalism Studies Program Blog, The George Washington University
October 6, 2022
This research examines Italian parties’ Twitter discourse during the 2022 election campaign. It particularly explores the themes invoked by the election’s victor, Giorgia Meloni and her far-right party, Brothers of Italy.
Unpacking Anger in Spanish Far-Right Discourse: An Analysis of Vox’s Tweets
Illiberalism Studies Program Blog, The George Washington University
June 1, 2022
This research explores the presence of anger-inducing discourse in the Spanish far-right party Vox’s tweets. Vox is more likely to express anger than other prominent Spanish parties and frequently directs its harshest criticisms against elites and alleged threats to the unity of the Spanish nation.
Why the Spanish Far Right Wants to Re-Centralize the State
Illiberalism Studies Program Blog, The George Washington University
May 26, 2022
This research examines arguments for the re-centralization of the Spanish state made by the far-right party Vox. The findings reveal Vox’s concern with the territorial configuration of the state is deeply intertwined with its nationalism and illiberalism.
Ranked-Choice Voting, Runoff, and Democracy: Insights from Maine and Other U.S. States
Electoral Reform Research Group, New America
February 11, 2021
This research takes advantage of the recent implementation of ranked-choice voting (RCV) in Maine to compare three alternative electoral rules—RCV, runoff, and plurality—at the federal level. The results suggest advantages for runoff versus RCV and challenges in the implementation of RCV—but challenges that can be addressed through greater familiarity and understanding of the new rule.
Joseph Cerrone 