Legislators' Personality Traits and Congressional Support for Free Trade

Scott Crichlow
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Scott Crichlow: Department of Political Science West Virginia University

Journal of Conflict Resolution, 2002, vol. 46, issue 5, 693-711

Abstract: The determinants of congressional voting behavior on trade matters from 1991 to 1996 are investigated. Three personal characteristics of members of Congress—level of distrust toward others, perception of their control over their environment, and level of cognitive complexity—are examined for effect on voting patterns on proposals to lower barriers to international trade. These personality factors are included in a comprehensive model of congressional voting behavior. Results show that these variables had significant effects on specific trade votes, controlling for the impact of members' party, ideology, support for the presidency, and the nature of their district's workforce. These findings show that the personality attributes of legislators may have an important influence on their voting behavior, particularly on matters involving international cooperation.

Date: 2002
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DOI: 10.1177/002200202236170

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