Donovan A. Watts

Education

PhD, Indiana University

BS, Central Michigan University

AA, Schoolcraft College

About Me

Dr. Donovan A. Watts is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Political Science at Auburn University. Dr. Watts’ research interests include American Politics, Black politics, racial and ethnic politics, political behavior, and political socialization. His book project examines how the racialization of American politics has uniquely shaped the political attitudes and policy preferences of Black millennials.

Areas of Expertise

American Politics, Black Politics, Racial and Ethnic Politics, Political Behavior, Political Socialization, Public Opinion

Publications

Watts, D. A. (2024). Black Millennials, Slipping Alliances, and the Democratic Party. Journal of Race, Ethnicity, and Politics, 1-24. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1017/rep.2023.43