L.A. Times: Ohio, once Trump territory, emerges as a battleground
UC faculty David Niven says Ohio vote is underestimated
Midwestern states that proved decisive for Trump four years ago are being looked at more closely by Democrats today, says UC political scientist David Niven whose comments appear in an election commentary article in the Los Angeles Times.
Presidential elections, especially for Republicans, have historically hinged on Ohio, but with little notice, says Niven.
"We’ve asserted our relevance as America’s kingmaker for generations," said Niven. "And now we’re meekly raising our hand in the back and saying, 'What about us?'"
Niven, an associate professor in the Department of Political Science, teaches American politics and conducts research on campaigns, political communication and death penalty policy.
Read the entire L.A. Times story.
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