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Harvard Kennedy School faculty disseminate their research in working publications and papers that contribute to public knowledge and fuel policy innovation. This list features recent faculty publications, including journal articles, books, edited volumes, research papers, and public testimony.

Faculty Publications

Sampling Young Adults: The Effects of Survey Mode and Sampling Method on Inferences about the Political Behavior of College Students

King, David C. "Sampling Young Adults: The Effects of Survey Mode and Sampling Method on Inferences about the Political Behavior of College Students." Conference Paper for Annual Meeting of the American Political Science Association, Boston, August 28, 2008.

The 12th Biannual Youth Survey on Politics and Public Service.

King, David C. "The 12th Biannual Youth Survey on Politics and Public Service." Harvard University, Institute of Politics, April 27, 2007.

A Blueprint for Transforming the Boston Election Department.

King, David C. "A Blueprint for Transforming the Boston Election Department." Report to City of Boston, April 2007.

The 11th Biannual Youth Survey on Politics and Public Service.

King, David C. "The 11th Biannual Youth Survey on Politics and Public Service." Harvard University, Institute of Politics, November 1, 2006.

Redefining Political Attitudes and Activism.

King, David C. "Redefining Political Attitudes and Activism." Harvard University, Institute of Politics, April 11, 2006.

Religion, Morality and Political Activism on College Campuses in the United States.

King, David C. "Religion, Morality and Political Activism on College Campuses in the United States." Harvard University, Institute of Politics, April 11, 2006.

Redefining Political Attitudes and Activism.

King, David C. "Redefining Political Attitudes and Activism." Harvard University, Institute of Politics, November 16, 2005.

Coming of Age: The Political Awakening of a Generation.

King, David C. "Coming of Age: The Political Awakening of a Generation." Harvard University, Institute of Politics, October 2004.

College and University Voter Mobilization Efforts.

King, David C. "College and University Voter Mobilization Efforts." Harvard University, Institute of Politics, September 2004.

Are You Talking to Me? A Guide to Reaching Young Voters.

King, David C. "Are You Talking to Me? A Guide to Reaching Young Voters." Harvard University, Institute of Politics, August 2004.

Congressional Vote Options.

King, David C., and Richard Zeckhauser. "Congressional Vote Options." Working Paper, December 18, 2001.

Party Competition and Fidelity to the Median Voter in the U.S. Congress.

King, David C. "Party Competition and Fidelity to the Median Voter in the U.S. Congress." Working Paper, December 18, 2001.