Dr. James Alt

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Biography

James E. Alt is the Frank G. Thomson Professor of Government, Emeritus, at Harvard University and a Faculty Associate at the Weatherhead Center for International Affairs. His academic work primarily focuses on comparative political economy, analyzing the interaction between voters, political parties, institutions, financial markets, and fiscal policies in industrial democracies. With a long-standing commitment to understanding the complexities of political systems and economic behaviors, Alt's contributions to the field include several publications and research that have shaped current understanding of the relationship between democracy and economic performance. His work is well-researched and acknowledged within the academic community, reflecting a deep engagement with ongoing political discourses.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor Emeritus

— Present

Harvard University • Cambridge, MA

Former Frank G. Thomson Professor of Government, specializing in comparative political economy.

Requirements for Harvard University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a technical or quantitative field
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Specialization Notes

Administered by the Harvard Kenneth C. Griffin Graduate School of Arts and Sciences (GSAS).