Richard Rose
Political scientist and academic author
Born
April 9th, 1933
92 years ago
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
United States
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An American political scientist and academic, contributions focused on comparative politics and public policy analysis. Served as a professor at several universities, including the University of Strathclyde in Scotland. Developed a reputation for research on political culture and the role of political parties in different systems. Authored several influential books and articles, shaping the understanding of political systems and governance.
Authored 'Electoral Systems: A Comparative Introduction'
Conducted research on political parties and governance
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