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The endogeneity problem in electoral studies

A critical re-examination of Duverger's mechanical effect

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ID4170230
AuthorsKenneth Benoit (0000-0002-0797-564X, Trinity College Dublin, corresponding author)
Year2002
Volume21
Issue1
Pages35-46
Publication date2002-03-01
Peer ReviewedYes
Open AccessYes
TypeARTICLE
VenueElectoral Studies (JOURNAL)
Journal identifiersISSN: 0261-3794 • E-ISSN: 1873-6890
PublisherElsevier BV (PUBLISHER)
DOI10.1016/s0261-3794(00)00033-0
OpenAlexW2086365029
LanguageEN
Citations received55
References cited8

Econometrics · Economics · Electoral system · Endogeneity · Legislature · Political science · Politics · Electoral Systems and Political Participation · Law · Media Influence and Politics · Politics and Society in Latin America

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Citations per year2,2
Citation span2001 - 2026 (26)
Citation velocitycurrent
Highly citedNo
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