Jenny Garcia

Biography

Jennifer Garcia is an assistant professor of politics and comparative American studies. Her research focuses on the intersection of American political institutions and race and ethnic politics. More particularly, she is interested in the political representation of racial and ethnic minorities, as well as marginalized and disadvantaged subgroups.

Her current book project, From Protest to Policymaking: Black Legislative Strategies in the Post-War Era, looks at the legislative strategies black members of Congress use to advance black policy priorities. Her research has been published in Legislative Studies Quarterly, American Politics Research, Social Science Quarterly, and Election Law Journal.

She teaches courses on the American Presidency, the U.S. Congress, American Politics, Race and Ethnic Politics, Political Parties, and Political Representation.