Research
Research
The Center for Political Communication (CPC) at the University of Delaware is a nonpartisan, interdisciplinary research institute dedicated to advancing the study of political communication and improving democratic health in the United States. Established in 2010, the CPC integrates expertise from fields such as political science, communication, political psychology, public policy, and media studies.
Research Focus
The CPC conducts cutting-edge research across several domains:
Media Effects: Examining how media influences public opinion and political behavior.
Public Opinion Polls: Conducting national and statewide surveys on topics such as abortion perceptions and voter preferences.
Political Psychology: Investigating how individuals form political beliefs and make judgments.
Digital Technology: Exploring the role of digital tools in campaigns and public policy debates.
Research findings are often disseminated through major media outlets like The New York Times, The Washington Post, USA Today, and Wired.
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New Research from UD’s Center for Political Communication Shows Little Public Trust in Musk, DOGE
March 18, 2025 | Written by Dannagal YoungNew data from the Center for Political Communication (CPC) at the University of Delaware shows many Americans have little trust in either Elon Musk or the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). -
New Research from UD’s Center for Political Communication Shows Voters Lack Key Information About Abortion
September 16, 2024 | Written by CAS StaffMany voters hold misperceptions about abortion, a new study from the Center for Political Communication (CPC) at the University of Delaware shows. -
New poll shows gender gap and independents fueling large lead for Delaware Democrats
September 05, 2024 | Written by CAS StaffDemocrats look set to sweep all of the major statewide races in Delaware this November, according to a new poll from the University of Delaware’s Center for Political Communication (CPC). -
University of Delaware student poll reveals 82 percent familiar with AI
November 19, 2023 | Written by Rachel Sawicki of Delaware Public MediaA University of Delaware poll reveals a large majority of students are familiar with AI technology. -
Poll democrats on track to win Delaware elections
October 21, 2022 | Written by CAS StaffUD Center for Political Communication poll finds incumbents with big leads among women, New Castle County voters
