We are proud to congratulate GSPM alum Dr. Travis N. Taylor, Ph.D. on the publication of his first book,"Democracy InAction: How Citizen Apathy Threatens America and What We Can Do About It."
Democracy InAction documents the effects of apathy on civic participation. More importantly, it reminds readers that America and her future belong to them and encourages them to participate in the civic life of their communities and country.
Loaded with original survey data and rigorous analysis, the book tells a story of civic engagement in decline. The larger purpose, though, is to solve the problem by encouraging citizens to participate. It is designed to reach an audience of everyday Americans as well as policymakers, students and scholars, bringing an educator's approach to document reasons why civic engagement is important in order to influence the reader to do their part.
His academic and professional background further reflects his longstanding work in politics. Dr. Taylor graduated from GSPM’s Political Management program in 2014 and has since earned a master’s degree and doctorate in political science. He currently serves as a senior market research manager at the Foundation for Government Accountability.
Congratulations to Dr. Taylor on this exciting accomplishment!