Dr. Christine Slaughter

Biography

Christine Slaughter is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Political Science at Boston University. She received her PhD in 2021 from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). Her research focuses on African American politics, particularly in relation to economic inequality, gender, and the psychological resources that contribute to resilience and influence the frequency of political engagement among African Americans. Slaughter's work examines the dynamics of race and ethnicity within the broader context of American politics, political psychology, and political behavior, especially in terms of politics of inequality. She has had her research published in notable journals such as the Journal of Health Politics, Policy and Law, PS: Politics and Political Science, and PHILLIS: Journal of Research on African American Women. Additionally, she is the author of forthcoming book chapters that delve into the intersectionality of political behavior. Throughout her academic career, Christine has been supported by fellowships and grants from esteemed organizations including the Ford Foundation and the American Political Science Association, as well as the National Science Foundation. At UCLA, she received support from the Institute of American Cultures and the Ralph J. Bunche Center for African American Studies.

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