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James S. Fishkin holds the Janet M. Peck Chair in International Communication at Stanford University, where he also serves as a Professor of Communication and a courtesy Professor of Political Science. He directs the Deliberative Democracy Lab, which has experimented with Deliberative Polling® in over 28 countries. His research focuses on democratic deliberation and public consultation, creating informed citizen engagement. Fishkin has authored several influential books, including 'Democracy and Deliberation' and 'The People Speak', which explore the interplay of public opinion and democratic processes. He is a recognized Fellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences and has received numerous awards for his contributions to the field, including the Guggenheim Fellowship. His work has advised various governments and institutions on policy-making through citizen engagement. In addition to his teaching and research, Fishkin has played an active role in academic governance and advisory committees at Stanford and related institutions, contributing significantly to the discourse on deliberative democracy and public policy.
Stanford University • Stanford, California
Teaching and conducting research in Communication and Political Science.
University of Texas at Austin • Austin, Texas
Engaged in teaching and research in Government and Philosophy.
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