Newswise — With the presidential campaign season in full swing, Florida State University experts, among the best in the nation on subjects such as public opinion, political communication and presidential history, are available to provide analysis, commentary and historical perspective. COMMUNICATION AND RHETORIC"¢ Davis Houck, Assistant Professor of Communication
Houck can discuss presidential history, political advertising and speeches. Houck also is an expert on war rhetoric, propaganda and media campaigns.
LAW"¢ Charles Ehrhardt, Emeritus Professor of Law
The author of "Florida Evidence," the leading treatise on the topic, and "Florida Trial Objections," Ehrhardt has been cited as an authority by appellate courts more than 400 times. He can discuss historical issues related to the election of 2000.
"¢ Dan Markel, Assistant Professor of Law
Markel specializes in criminal law. He can discuss some of the comparative and policy angles associated with felon disenfranchisement.
"¢ Jim Rossi, Harry M. Walborsky Professor of Law
Rossi is recognized for his scholarship on state and federal administrative procedure, as well as separation of powers. He can discuss administrative law, constitutional law and judicial review and intervention aspects of election law, including the role of federal and state courts in the resolution of election law disputes.
"¢ Nat Stern, John W. & Ashley E. Frost Professor of Law
A frequent source for national election stories during the 2000 election and the author of many articles on constitutional law issues, Stern teaches constitutional law and American legal history.
POLITICAL SCIENCE"¢ Carol Weissert, Leroy Collins Eminent Scholar Chair and Professor of Political Science
Weissert teaches American politics and elections. Her research interests include state politics, intergovernmental relations and federalism, and health policy.
PUBLIC POLICY"¢ Lance Dehaven-smith, Professor of Public Administration and Policy
DeHaven-Smith is the author or co-author of 15 books including "Florida's Megatrends: Critical Issues in Florida," "The Florida Voter" and "The Battle for Florida" about the 2000 election. He can discuss demographic and partisan trends and voting behavior in Florida.
HUMAN SCIENCES"¢ Elizabeth B. Goldsmith, Professor of Textiles and Consumer Science
Goldsmith's expertise is on the day-to-day living of first families and inaugural celebrations including the inaugural luncheon. She has published research about the White House and enjoys a level of access rarely extended to academicians and has interviewed chefs, former housekeepers and other staff members.
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