Ryan D. Williamson
@ryandane.bsky.social
Political Scientist at the University of Wyoming
Congress, elections, baking, and dogs
Former think-tanker and Hill staffer
ryandwilliamson.blogspot.com
Congress, elections, baking, and dogs
Former think-tanker and Hill staffer
ryandwilliamson.blogspot.com
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A few months ago I did an interview with the Wyoming Outdoor Council on political engagement. It may seem a bit Pollyanna, but I stand by these words and hope we can all take them to heart.
This excerpt is from when Philly was *celebrating* winning the Super Bowl. Imagine what they’re capable of when they’re unhappy…
January 22, 2026 at 3:29 AM
This excerpt is from when Philly was *celebrating* winning the Super Bowl. Imagine what they’re capable of when they’re unhappy…
I think it’s a listen to Springsteen and be thankful for this gal kind of evening.
January 22, 2026 at 3:17 AM
I think it’s a listen to Springsteen and be thankful for this gal kind of evening.
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Hey #polisky & #electionadministration folks: the Journal of Election Administration Research and Practice is now on Blue Sky!
Give us a follow--and while you're at it, check out the new special issue on funding elections. Lots of good stuff for practitioners & academics alike.
Give us a follow--and while you're at it, check out the new special issue on funding elections. Lots of good stuff for practitioners & academics alike.
Hello, friends! JEARP is spreading its wings to have a presence here on Bluesky. We hope you’ll follow us to keep up with the journal’s latest goings-on. Check out our page on the Election Center website to find the latest journal special issue on innovative funding solutions to run elections.
Journal of Election Administration, Research & Practice
electioncenter.org
January 16, 2026 at 7:21 PM
Hey #polisky & #electionadministration folks: the Journal of Election Administration Research and Practice is now on Blue Sky!
Give us a follow--and while you're at it, check out the new special issue on funding elections. Lots of good stuff for practitioners & academics alike.
Give us a follow--and while you're at it, check out the new special issue on funding elections. Lots of good stuff for practitioners & academics alike.
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Hello, friends! JEARP is spreading its wings to have a presence here on Bluesky. We hope you’ll follow us to keep up with the journal’s latest goings-on. Check out our page on the Election Center website to find the latest journal special issue on innovative funding solutions to run elections.
Journal of Election Administration, Research & Practice
electioncenter.org
January 16, 2026 at 3:24 PM
Hello, friends! JEARP is spreading its wings to have a presence here on Bluesky. We hope you’ll follow us to keep up with the journal’s latest goings-on. Check out our page on the Election Center website to find the latest journal special issue on innovative funding solutions to run elections.
A few months ago I did an interview with the Wyoming Outdoor Council on political engagement. It may seem a bit Pollyanna, but I stand by these words and hope we can all take them to heart.
January 20, 2026 at 11:45 PM
A few months ago I did an interview with the Wyoming Outdoor Council on political engagement. It may seem a bit Pollyanna, but I stand by these words and hope we can all take them to heart.
As an experiment, I decided to make an identical post on three different apps at the same time. Here are the results:
Bluesky: 4 likes
MySpace: 0 likes
Xanga: 0 likes
I love Bluesky, and this is sustainable.
Bluesky: 4 likes
MySpace: 0 likes
Xanga: 0 likes
I love Bluesky, and this is sustainable.
January 20, 2026 at 8:10 PM
As an experiment, I decided to make an identical post on three different apps at the same time. Here are the results:
Bluesky: 4 likes
MySpace: 0 likes
Xanga: 0 likes
I love Bluesky, and this is sustainable.
Bluesky: 4 likes
MySpace: 0 likes
Xanga: 0 likes
I love Bluesky, and this is sustainable.
Called it.
Perfect time for a Carson Beck interception.
January 20, 2026 at 4:15 AM
Called it.
Perfect time for a Carson Beck interception.
January 20, 2026 at 4:09 AM
Perfect time for a Carson Beck interception.
Zuzu is simultaneously not interested in this game and innovating how dog beds are used.
January 20, 2026 at 12:39 AM
Zuzu is simultaneously not interested in this game and innovating how dog beds are used.
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Did you publish or read a book on state politics in 2023, 2024, or 2025? Don’t you think it should be nominated for an award? Deadline for nominations is less than a month away! I’m the committee chair; DM or email me for details.
Section22 - American Political Science Association (APSA)
State Politics and Policy (Section 22) The purpose to this section is to further our understanding of the American states including their institutions,
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January 17, 2026 at 5:33 PM
Did you publish or read a book on state politics in 2023, 2024, or 2025? Don’t you think it should be nominated for an award? Deadline for nominations is less than a month away! I’m the committee chair; DM or email me for details.
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We’re hiring a lecturer in public law for next year. If you’re interested or know anyone who is, please feel free to reach out to me.
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Lecturer,Asst - SPPAIS
Join Our Campus Community! Thank you for your interest in joining the University of Wyoming. Our community thrives on the contributions of talented and driven individuals who share in our mission, vi...
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January 16, 2026 at 4:10 PM
We’re hiring a lecturer in public law for next year. If you’re interested or know anyone who is, please feel free to reach out to me.
eeik.fa.us2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/Candid...
eeik.fa.us2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/Candid...
We’re hiring a lecturer in public law for next year. If you’re interested or know anyone who is, please feel free to reach out to me.
eeik.fa.us2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/Candid...
eeik.fa.us2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/Candid...
Lecturer,Asst - SPPAIS
Join Our Campus Community! Thank you for your interest in joining the University of Wyoming. Our community thrives on the contributions of talented and driven individuals who share in our mission, vi...
eeik.fa.us2.oraclecloud.com
January 16, 2026 at 4:10 PM
We’re hiring a lecturer in public law for next year. If you’re interested or know anyone who is, please feel free to reach out to me.
eeik.fa.us2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/Candid...
eeik.fa.us2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/Candid...
Beautiful day on The Hill
January 12, 2026 at 8:04 PM
Beautiful day on The Hill
A little pick me up for anyone who needs it
January 7, 2026 at 11:54 PM
A little pick me up for anyone who needs it
Well that’s pretty cool.
January 5, 2026 at 1:57 AM
Well that’s pretty cool.
Imagine a functioning legislative branch.
January 3, 2026 at 5:59 PM
Imagine a functioning legislative branch.
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A List of Predictions Made in 1926 About 2026
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January 1, 2026 at 5:13 PM
A List of Predictions Made in 1926 About 2026
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And only 1041 days until the next presidential.
Happy New Year! Only 306 days until the midterms.
also fine, I guess now you can talk about midterms
January 1, 2026 at 5:06 AM
And only 1041 days until the next presidential.
Happy New Year! Only 306 days until the midterms.
also fine, I guess now you can talk about midterms
January 1, 2026 at 5:04 AM
Happy New Year! Only 306 days until the midterms.
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Policy job of potential interest for American political institutions scholars. 110-150k salary in DC.
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Cato Institute - Executive Power Scholar
The Cato Institute seeks a full-time Executive Power Scholar to: 1) conduct original research on the rise, uses, and abuses of executive authority in the United States; and 2) develop reform ideas and...
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January 1, 2026 at 4:22 AM
Policy job of potential interest for American political institutions scholars. 110-150k salary in DC.
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I’m on mountain time, does that mean I have to wait longer or what?
🧪A few more hours to go…
January 1, 2026 at 3:45 AM
I’m on mountain time, does that mean I have to wait longer or what?
We’re all trying to find the guy who rattled folks’ faith in the first place.
January 1, 2026 at 12:40 AM
We’re all trying to find the guy who rattled folks’ faith in the first place.
2025 was certainly one of the years of all time.
December 31, 2025 at 6:26 PM
2025 was certainly one of the years of all time.
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🚨 We’re hiring an Assistant Professor in Political Science
⏰ Deadline 4th January 2026
🙋♀️ Any questions, please reach out
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⏰ Deadline 4th January 2026
🙋♀️ Any questions, please reach out
👇
🚨 LSE Assistant Professor in Political Science 🚨
We’re hiring a tenure-track assistant professor - any area of empirical political science - to join our wonderful Government Dept @lsegovernment.bsky.social
Any questions, please reach out to me
📣 Please share! 📣
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We’re hiring a tenure-track assistant professor - any area of empirical political science - to join our wonderful Government Dept @lsegovernment.bsky.social
Any questions, please reach out to me
📣 Please share! 📣
jobs.lse.ac.uk/Vacancies/W/...
December 30, 2025 at 8:16 AM
🚨 We’re hiring an Assistant Professor in Political Science
⏰ Deadline 4th January 2026
🙋♀️ Any questions, please reach out
👇
⏰ Deadline 4th January 2026
🙋♀️ Any questions, please reach out
👇
Adorable little seed thief stopped by today
December 31, 2025 at 2:54 AM
Adorable little seed thief stopped by today