OH, MI: A note on empirical examinations of judicial elections

Michael J. Nelson, Rachel Paine Caufield, Andrew D. Martin

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Abstract

Studies of state judicial selection systems require accurate classification of electoral systems. While agreement exists for most states, Ohio and Michigan are difficult to classify. In this paper, we discuss the different practices and explain how, in the absence of candidates' party affiliation on the ballot, elections in these states may justifiably be classified as partisan. Replicating the results of an important study on participation in judicial elections, we show how the treatment of these states may result in differing substantive conclusions. We conclude by urging scholars to provide evidence that their results are robust to alternative classifications.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)495-511
Number of pages17
JournalState Politics and Policy Quarterly
Volume13
Issue number4
DOIs
StatePublished - Dec 2013

All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes

  • Arts and Humanities (miscellaneous)
  • Political Science and International Relations

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