Beyond Green Chiles and Coyotes: The Changing Shape of New Mexico's Political-Cultural Regions from 1967 to 1997

New Mexico Historical Review Vol. 77, No. 2

23 Pages Posted: 16 Mar 2016

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John Gastil

Pennsylvania State University

Hank C. Jenkins-Smith

University of Oklahoma - Department of Political Science

Gilbert St. Clair

Independent

Date Written: 2002

Abstract

This paper investigates the character of New Mexico's contemporary political-cultural regions. We begin by reviewing competing empirical methods devised to delineate political regions. We then use recent electoral, demographic, and attitudinal data to create a model of New Mexico's distinct regions. Finally, we test the validity of that model against statewide survey data and examine the explanatory value of the regional approach.

Keywords: New Mexico, Political Cultural Regions, Political Demography

Suggested Citation

Gastil, John and Jenkins-Smith, Hank C. and St. Clair, Gilbert, Beyond Green Chiles and Coyotes: The Changing Shape of New Mexico's Political-Cultural Regions from 1967 to 1997 (2002). New Mexico Historical Review Vol. 77, No. 2, Available at SSRN: https://ssrn.com/abstract=2747794

John Gastil (Contact Author)

Pennsylvania State University ( email )

University Park, PA 16802
United States

Hank C. Jenkins-Smith

University of Oklahoma - Department of Political Science ( email )

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Norman, OK 73019
United States

Gilbert St. Clair

Independent ( email )

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