The 1984 presidential election in the South: Patterns of southern party politics
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Author Description
The Democratic Party no longer enjoys unchallenged dominion over Southern politics. Over the past two decades the eleven Southern States (from Virginia through Texas) have become a political battleground of crucial importance to both major parties. The 1984 Presidential Election in the South presents in-depth studies of the political processes in each Southern state. Focusing on the 1984 election the individual essays discuss recent political developments, pre-nomination campaigns, general election campaigns in the state, description and analysis of election results, and a section which explains how this election fits into the state's recent political history and its meaning for the state's political future.
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
This work investigates the shifting political landscape of the American South during the 1984 presidential election, specifically addressing the decline of Democratic dominance in the region. Robert P. Steed and his contributors provide a comprehensive analysis of the eleven Southern states, utilizing state-specific data to examine how the 1984 contest served as a barometer for broader partisan realignment. The authors argue that the South had transitioned from a one-party stronghold into a competitive battleground essential for national electoral success.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Detailed case studies of political processes in eleven Southern states.
- Analysis of pre-nomination and general election campaign dynamics.
- Statistical breakdowns and interpretations of 1984 election results.
- Historical context linking the 1984 election to long-term regional political trends.
Scope Limits
- The analysis is strictly confined to the 1984 presidential election cycle.
- The text does not provide a comprehensive history of Southern politics beyond the scope of the 1984 election and its immediate precursors.
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Political scientists and historians frequently cite this collection as a foundational resource for understanding the mid-1980s transition in Southern voting behavior. Experts note the academic density of the prose, which provides a rigorous, data-driven look at regional political shifts.
Page Count:
340
Publication Date:
1985-01-01
Publisher:
Praeger
ISBN-10:
0030005388
ISBN-13:
9780030005381
Southern Studies
Elections
American History
Southern States