APSA

It's that time of year again - renewal of my subscription to the American Political Science Association. Why does a Brit like myself join APSA? (I am a member of the UK's Political Studies Association). There are some excellent resources for any academic interested in US Politics. There are three journals which are supplied to all members.

The American Political Science Review
Perspectives on Politics
PS: Political Science and Politics

To date I have been receiving the physical versions - and there are regularly articles of interest to me as a researcher into the US Congress; Elections & Political communication. My home though does not have enough storage space - and from now on I'm only going to get the pdfs.

 

In addition there are Organised Sections -  I'm a member of the Legislative Studies Section - and have had membership in

Political Organizations and Parties
Political Communication
Political Psychology
Elections, Public Opinion, and Voting Behavior Due to pressure of time, I am doing less in those areas now, so leave them at the end of this month. There are various conferences put on by APSA - and perhaps one day I will get across to attend one. In my view, if you are serious about studying US Politics, APSA membership is a must!