political science
noun
: a social science concerned chiefly with the description and analysis of political and especially governmental institutions and processes
political scientist
noun
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a degree in political science
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In his junior year, Jeffries, who majored in political science, began devoting the bulk of his extracurricular energies to the university’s Black Student Union.
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Jason Zengerle, New Yorker, 18 May 2026
After studying political science and working in fashion, Burton discovered glassblowing at RISD and launched her jewelry company Verre Modern.
—Lisa Boone, Los Angeles Times, 18 May 2026
Ben Hogan, a political science professor at Louisiana State University, said Cassidy has been a consistent conservative in Washington who has brought millions in tax dollars back to the Pelican State.
—Phillip M. Bailey, USA Today, 16 May 2026
Lissette received her Bachelor of Science in human resource management and psychology, while Jason earned a Bachelor of Science in political science.
—Janay Reece, CBS News, 16 May 2026
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Jason Zengerle, New Yorker, 18 May 2026
After studying political science and working in fashion, Burton discovered glassblowing at RISD and launched her jewelry company Verre Modern.
—Lisa Boone, Los Angeles Times, 18 May 2026
Ben Hogan, a political science professor at Louisiana State University, said Cassidy has been a consistent conservative in Washington who has brought millions in tax dollars back to the Pelican State.
—Phillip M. Bailey, USA Today, 16 May 2026
Lissette received her Bachelor of Science in human resource management and psychology, while Jason earned a Bachelor of Science in political science.
—Janay Reece, CBS News, 16 May 2026
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“Political science.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/political%20science. Accessed 19 May. 2026.
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