The Influence of Race, Religion and Class on Election Behavior in the United States of America (1930-2008) Cover Image

Uticaj rasne, verske i klasne pripadnosti na ponašanje glasača u SAD (1930-2008)
The Influence of Race, Religion and Class on Election Behavior in the United States of America (1930-2008)

Author(s): Ana Vareca
Subject(s): Social Sciences
Published by: Sociološko naučno društvo Srbije
Keywords: race; religion; class; election behavior

Summary/Abstract: In this paper the author evaluates constancy of the influence of race, religion and class on election behavior in America in period 1930-2008. It appears that the findings from the early stages of this period have set the trend which has not significantly change to these days. Findings from electoral 2008 show us very small differences in political behavior throughout these period, except in 1960's when African Americans have become mostly supporters of Democratic party, thanks to efforts of Democrats to sign Civil Rights Act.

  • Issue Year: 53/2011
  • Issue No: 1
  • Page Range: 103-116
  • Page Count: 14
  • Language: Serbian