Tammy R. Greer

Summarizes Christian Dyogi Phillips’s argument that race, gender, and immigration status intersect to shape who has realistic opportunities to run for and win political office in the United States. The review highlights the book’s finding that women of color—especially Latinas and Asian American women—face overlapping political and social barriers that continue to limit representation, even as the country becomes more diverse.

Examines the political and demographic changes that shaped Georgia’s 2018 midterm elections, especially the growing political influence of Black voters and changing voting patterns in the state. Argues that the election reflected Georgia’s shift toward greater political competitiveness and highlighted the increasing importance of race, voter mobilization, and coalition-building in statewide elections.

Contributes a chapter discussing how political science research can be strengthened by using multiple research methods and perspectives rather than relying on a single approach. Argues that combining different methods can produce a more complete and balanced understanding of political issues and social behavior.