Jared McDonald (jmcdona8)

Assistant Professor

Political Science and International Affairs

Jared McDonald in the News

McDonald Discusses Competitive Congressional Races in Newsweek

Professor of Political Science Jared McDonald was quoted in a Newsweek article titled “Republicans Behind in Five Key Races They Haven’t Lost in Decades.” In the article, McDonald discussed Democratic leads in several congressional races traditionally held by Republicans. He said it is “a little surprising” that Democrats are leading in Read more…

McDonald Discusses Independent Voters in Newsweek

Professor of Political Science Jared McDonald was quoted in a Newsweek article titled "Americans Are Fed Up With Both Parties—Could Joe Manchin Have the Answer?" In the article, McDonald discusses the challenges facing independent political movements, noting that while many Americans are dissatisfied with the two major parties, they often disagree Read more…

McDonald Quoted by USA Today on Virginia’s Special Election

Assistant Professor of Political Science Jared McDonald was quoted in an article for USA Today, titled "A special election in Virginia could have wider impact. Why it matters." The piece, that also appeared in MSN, stated that redistricting is a process that typically occurs every decade after a census. But Read more…

McDonald Featured in CBS News Article

Assistant Professor of Political Science Jared McDonald was quoted in an article titled "More Americans than ever are identifying as political independents, poll shows." In the article by CBS News, McDonald says voters who identify as an independent are less likely to be engaged in politics. That leaves more political Read more…

McDonald Offers Solution on How to Get Gen Z to the Polls

“Young people need something else. They need to feel like they're expressing their opinion about something that matters,” shared Jared McDonald, Ph.D., assistant professor of political science and international affairs at the University of Mary Washington. “Specifically, you know, 'If you want my vote, you have to show me that Read more…

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