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Hunter Bacot, an associate professor of political science and director of the 51±¬ÁÏÍø Poll, has had research published in the most recent issue of the Journal of Urban Affairs.

The article, “Civic Culture as a Policy Premise: Appraising Charlotte’s Civic Culture,” assesses what type of civic culture exists in Charlotte and Mecklenburg County, N.C.

From the abstract: “Based on results from this analysis, Charlotte’s civic culture projects as an ‘active market culture’ that is manifest through a civic culture that embraces tradition, supports the private sector, favors orderly, participatory processes, and emphasizes rational decision-making.”

To read the full article, click on the link to the right of this page.