4: Formal Political Theory

Alan Wiseman, Vanderbilt University, alan.wiseman@vanderbilt.edu

In embracing the theme of the 2012 APSA Meeting, “Representation and Renewal”, the division welcomes papers that develop mathematical models drawing on tools from game theory, social choice theory, agent based, and behavioral approaches to engage a wide range of political phenomena, and particularly those related to questions of representation in contemporary society. The division also encourages papers that explore the empirical implications of existing and new theoretical models in large and small sample settings; and in particular, papers are welcomed that would naturally facilitate bridges between the formal theory division and other divisions in the APSA program. Finally, the division would also welcome suggestions for theme panel and roundtables, particularly those that are closely related to the theme of the 2012 Meetings, and those that would have strong natural ties to other divisions on the APSA program.