We are thrilled to announce the shortlist for the 2026 IJPP-Jay Blumler Best Article Award! 🏆 Choosing just 6 finalists from an exceptional year of print issues was no easy task. Thank you to all our authors for your outstanding contributions to the journal. (1/2)

In my latest opinion piece, I analyze a puzzle in India’s evolving political culture: why does support for democracy coexist with a preference for authoritarian leadership? Hybrid political preferences may preserve democratic forms, yet they erode democratic norms. Link theprint.in/opinion/indi...

Indians want democracy but also a strong leader. What this paradox does

The research examines why support for democracy can coexist with a preference for leaders who promise greater efficiency, order and decisive action.

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Happy Juneteenth everyone! I’ll be in D.C. tonight talking with @geedee215.bsky.social at @solidstatebooksdc.bsky.social if you’d like to join the conversation

Sarah J. Jackson - A Second Sight — Solid State Books

Join us on Juneteenth with author Sarah J. Jackson as she discusses A Second Sight with Gene Demby of NPR’s Code Switch To be held at Solid State Books on H St. NE Tickets availabl...

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Join us at the 12th Annual Conference of The International Journal of Press/Politics, hosted at the National University of Singapore, 18-20 Nov 2026! Don’t miss your chance to share your research with leading scholars in the field! Submit your abstract: tinyurl.com/IJPP2026 Deadline: 26 June 26

We are very happy to announce the six shortlisted titles for The International Journal of Press/Politics Hazel Gaudet-Erskine Best Book Award 2026. All of the shortlisted titles can be found on our Political Communication website: politicalcommunication.org/ica-division...

The International Communication Association & American Political Science Association PolComm divisions are supporting the first-ever Editors Workshop (April 10, 2026) at George Washington University.

Call for Nominations! The International Journal of Press/Politics Hazel Gaudet-Erskine Best Book Award 2026! This award recognizes outstanding books that have made a significant impact on the study of media & politics globally. Deadline: April 1, 26. More info journals.sagepub.com/page/hij/cal...

Happy to share our new co-authored piece on institutional trust and media usage shape support for democracy & authoritarian leadership in India. Support for democracy remains strong, but often coexists with openness to strong authoritarian leadership. www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10....

Between democracy and authoritarian leadership: institutional trust, media consumption, and political attitudes in India

Amid an increasingly complex political landscape in many modern democracies, citizens’ simultaneous support for both democratic and authoritarian leadership within democratic systems has puzzled sc...

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Our new study published in International Journal of Public Opinion Research: @taberez.bsky.social , Tan, Kuru (2026). The Interplay of Conservatism and Religiosity on Misinformation Susceptibility: Evidence From the 2022 Malaysian General Election

The Interplay of Conservatism and Religiosity on Misinformation Susceptibility: Evidence From the 2022 Malaysian General Election

Abstract. The spread of online political misinformation on social media and messaging platforms during Malaysia's 15th General Elections raised significant

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Kicking off #IJPP25 with welcoming words by our Editor in Chief @taberez.bsky.social, followed by an excellent keynote by @sabinamihelj.bsky.social on how the rise of illiberal public spheres forces us to reconsider normative assumptions in #polcomm. Focusing on publics, media trust, & disinfo.

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In Singapore (1st time) for the annual conference of the International Journal of Press/Politics #IJPP. Only had about 90 minutes of free time to explore & snap some pre-golden hour pics at the tourist hotspots in China Town.📸 Have another half day off on Sat. LMK if you have any must-sees/eats...

I am pleased to share the latest issue of The International Journal of Press/Politics, which features Special Issue articles from the 2023 #IJPP conference, University of Edinburgh & several open access articles. Link journals.sagepub.com/toc/HIJ/curr...

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Understanding the Effects of Visual Misinformation: A Systematic Review of 10 Years (2014–2024)

Visual misinformation is more effective than text alone at capturing attention and eliciting emotional responses, and as a result, they are considered to be more influential, given the increasing d...

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Happy to share my co-authored piece with Tan Khai Ee, on one of the first empirical studies of Facebook ads in India. We examine how incumbency, personalization & issue focus shape campaign tone in subnational elections: Bihar (2020), West Bengal (2021) & UP (2022).

I am delighted to welcome @sangjung-kim.bsky.social as the new Social Media Editor of The International Journal of Press/Politics! 🎉 Sang will help us grow our digital presence and connect research with broader audiences.

What a wonderful institution and honor to present in front of so many amazing scholars.

Taberez A. Neyazi@taberez.bsky.social · last yr.

Our 2nd Delhi School on Political Comm wrapped up with rich discussions & strong participation. Grateful to @dkreiss.bsky.social, plenary speakers, participants, mentors & partners for making it possible. Together, we’re building a vibrant Global South research space. #PolComm @polcomm.bsky.social

Are AI deepfakes always polarizing? Our 2024 India elections study (N=1,627): News about out-party use of deepfakes didn't increase affective polarization AI approval → lower polarization Impact depends on context — fears may be overstated. @ozankuru.bsky.social Full paper: shorturl.at/oQci2

Our 2nd Delhi School on Political Comm wrapped up with rich discussions & strong participation. Grateful to @dkreiss.bsky.social, plenary speakers, participants, mentors & partners for making it possible. Together, we’re building a vibrant Global South research space. #PolComm @polcomm.bsky.social

AI or human journalist? Who do readers trust more? Important new study in the International Journal of Press/Politics examine how people evaluate AI-generated news in a polarized media environment. Full article here. journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10....

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Publication alert🚨 Can AI-Attributed News Challenge Partisan News Selection? “Citizens evaluate AI-attributed news as negatively as cross-cutting news sources, both in terms of attitudes (perceived trustworthiness) and behavior (willingness to read the news)” journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10....

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Big news from The International Journal of Press/Politics! We’re ranked #4 in Communication(2025 Scimago Journal Rankings) According to the 2024 JCR: 📊 Impact Factor: 4.3 🔬 5-Year IF: 6.4 #12/227 in Communication #21/322 in Political Science Huge thanks to our authors, reviewers & EB members! 🙌

I am pleased to share the latest issue of The International Journal of Press/Politics, which features several open access articles. If you’d like to stay updated on future issues & online first articles, I encourage you to join our mailing list. journals.sagepub.com/toc/HIJ/curr...

The International Journal of Press/Politics - Volume 30, Number 3

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New book chapter forthcoming in the Oxford Handbook of Misinformation and Disinformation: Understanding and Mitigating Science-appropriating Persuasion Strategies in Political and Health Related Misinformation. www.researchgate.net/publication/...

(PDF) Understanding and Mitigating Science-appropriating Persuasion Strategies in Political and Health Related Misinformation (forthcoming)

PDF | While there has been extensive research on designing and testing interventions against misinformation in general, relatively little attention has... | Find, read and cite all the research you ne...

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🚨New Paper🚨 Elections create winners & losers among citizens. But how do we encourage losers to cooperate with new leaders or rally cooperation between winners and losers after a bitterly fought election? This is vital for democracy, especially in polarizing times.

Excited to share that I’ve been selected as a Member of the IAS in Princeton for 2025–26! Working on my book (MIT Press) about internet shutdowns + how AI & digital infrastructure reshape governance & power. Looking forward to reconnecting with friends in the U.S.! news.nus.edu.sg/taberez-ahme...

Assoc Prof Taberez Ahmed Neyazi awarded prestigious fellowship at the Institute for Advanced Study in Princeton

Associate Professor Taberez Ahmed Neyazi from the Department of Communications and New Media at the NUS Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences has been named a Member of the Institute for Advanced Study ...

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Only one week left to submit your abstract for the 11th Annual Conference of The International Journal of Press/Politics, hosted by the NUS Communications and New Media, taking place from 19–21 November 2025. 👇

Taberez A. Neyazi@taberez.bsky.social · 2y ago

I am pleased to announce the 11th Annual Conference of The International Journal of Press/Politics will take place at the National University of Singapore, 19-21 Nov. 25! Submit your abstract: tinyurl.com/IJPP2025 Notification of Acceptance: 5 June 2025 Registration deadline: 15 Aug 2025

We’re excited to share the 6 shortlisted books for The International Journal of Press/Politics Hazel Gaudet-Erskine Best Book Award 2025! Winner to be announced at #ICA25 in Denver! 🎉 Congratulations to the shortlisted authors! politicalcommunication.org/ica-division...

💫 New Open Access Special Issue in IJPP! Advancing the Study of Political Misinformation Across Countries and Platforms The SI explores how misinfo spreads, is perceived & countered across political systems, info environments & platforms. Read the intro: journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/...

Advancing the Study of Political Misinformation Across Countries and Platforms—Introduction to the Special Issue - Edda Humprecht, Sebastián Valenzuela, Frank Esser, Edson Tandoc, 2025

The global spread of political misinformation poses serious challenges to democracies, eroding trust and distorting public discourse. However, research has larg...

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I am excited to announce The International Journal of Press/Politics is now assigning OSF Badges to advance Open Science. Participation is voluntary, but authors meeting transparency standards receive OSF Badges for promoting open research. For full details journals.sagepub.com/page/hij/osf...

I am excited to announce the 2nd edition of the Delhi School Workshop on Political Communication, July 30 - August 1, 2025, Lokniti-CSDS Supported by @polcomm.bsky.social of @icahdq.bsky.social Apply by May 23, 2025 tinyurl.com/DelPolCom2025 Full details here tinyurl.com/3wux6vbw

We are delighted to announce the latest issue of The International Journal of Press/Politics. We have many open access article in this issue. Read the full issue here: journals.sagepub.com/toc/HIJ/curr...

The International Journal of Press/Politics - Volume 30, Number 2

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