Weidenbaum Center

Excited to share new research by Lukas Alexander, a Weidenbaum Center Graduate Research Affiliate.

This article explores how rural descriptive representation shapes policy support, offering new insight into the role of place-based identity in political behavior.

A timely contribution to conversations about representation and the urban–rural divide.

Read more:

The Power of Place: Rural Descriptive Representation and Policy Support | Journal of Experimental Political Science | Cambridge Core The Power of Place: Rural Descriptive Representation and Policy Support

Congratulations to our Spring 2026 Weidenbaum Center Small Grant Awardees! 👏 These outstanding scholars are pushing boundaries and tackling today’s most pressing policy challenges with innovative, groundbreaking projects. We’re proud to support research that drives change and shapes the future!
👇 Check out all our awardees and their project titles below:
https://wc.wustl.edu/spring-2026-small-grant-awardees

ICYMI: Check out the full video of our Annual Women's Luncheon here:

Women's Luncheon and Public Policy Event The 8th Annual Women's Luncheon is an annual Weidenbaum Center tradition connecting women, ideas, and policy. This year's luncheon featured Clarissa Hayward,...