Political Scientists study the origin, development, and operation of political systems. They research political ideas and analyze governments, policies, political trends, and related issues.
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- Political Scientists
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What do they typically do
- Maintain current knowledge of government policy decisions
- Forecast political, economic, and social trends
- Develop and test theories, using information from interviews, newspapers, periodicals, case law, historical papers, polls, or statistical sources
- Disseminate research results through academic publications, written reports, or public presentations
- Collect, analyze, and interpret data, such as election results and public opinion surveys, reporting on findings, recommendations, and conclusions
- Interpret and analyze policies, public issues, legislation, or the operations of governments, businesses, and organizations
- Identify issues for research and analysis
- Evaluate programs and policies, and make related recommendations to institutions and organizations
- Provide media commentary or criticism related to public policy and political issues and events
- Write drafts of legislative proposals, and prepare speeches, correspondence, and policy papers for governmental use.
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Education & Training
- Education Most require a graduate degree like a master's, Ph.D., M.D., or law degree.Associated Programs or MajorsLicense
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