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Access the Experts: Randy Adkins

In this installment, Adkins answers: “Why does Nebraska split its electoral votes?”

  • published: 2020/10/13
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Access the Experts is an innovative partnership between the University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) and News Channel Nebraska (NCN), where viewers submit their questions to be answered by UNO faculty members.

In This Installment of Access the Experts

Randy Adkins, Ph.D., Associate Dean, UNO College of Arts and Sciences, answers the question: “Why does Nebraska split its electoral votes?”


About Adkins

A UNO faculty member for 20 years, Adkins is an expert in elections, congress, and the Presidency. He is a professor of political science who has taught courses that cover American national government, political parties, political campaigns, the presidency, the legislative process, and much more. He is a published author in numerous academic journals and is the author of three books: “The Evolution of Political Parties, Campaigns, and Elections: Landmark Documents, 1787 – 2008,” “Cases in Congressional Campaigns: Incumbents Playing Defense,” and “Cases in Congressional Campaigns: Riding the Wave.” Adkins is a frequent expert voice in local, regional, and national media during election cycles, including interviews with National Public Radio, Reuters, and The Hill.

Access the Experts

Access the Experts is an innovative partnership between the University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) and News Channel Nebraska (NCN), where viewers submit their questions to be answered by UNO faculty members.

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About the University of Nebraska at Omaha

Located in one of America’s best cities to live, work and learn, the University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) is Nebraska’s premier metropolitan university. With more than 15,000 students enrolled in 200-plus programs of study, UNO is recognized nationally for its online education, graduate education, military friendliness and community engagement efforts. Founded in 1908, UNO has served learners of all backgrounds for more than 100 years and is dedicated to another century of excellence both in the classroom and in the community.

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