Binghamton University alumnus David Schultz to host talks on modern politics and the 2020 election


BINGHAMTON, N.Y. – Binghamton University alumnus David Schultz ‘80, MA ’86, will visit campus Oct. 24 and 25 to discuss politics and the 2020 election.

During his visit, Schultz will present “Presidential Swing States: Do Only Ten (or fewer) States Matter?” from 10-11:30 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 24 at the University Downtown Center, 67 Washington St., Binghamton. He will also host the talk “Generational Politics and the 2020 Elections” from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Friday, Oct. 25, in the Benet Alumni Lounge in Old O’Connor, on campus. Both events are free and open to the public.

During the talks, Schultz will discuss the importance of swing states in presidential elections and explore how political parties, voting trends and political polarization will influence the 2020 elections. Both talks will allow audience members to learn more about modern politics and its impact on the country’s future.

Schultz is a national expert on election law, professional ethics, state constitutional law, and eminent domain and land use law. He is a professor in the Political Science Department at Hamline University and teaches classes in American politics, public policy, election law, state constitutional law and professional responsibility. Schultz is the author and editor of more than 35 books, 12 legal treatises and 150 articles on topics including civil service reform, election law, eminent domain, constitutional law, public policy, legal and political theory, and the media and politics. He is also a three-time Fulbright Senior Specialist, a winner of the Leslie A. Whittington Excellence in Teaching Award and was named a Super Professor in the United States by Faculty Row for six consecutive years.