Scope and Contents Biographical Overview David Mayhew, a distinguished scholar in political science, is the Sterling Professor Emeritus at Yale University. Although Mayhew retired in 2015, he continues to impart knowledge through occasional courses. His expertise encompasses U.S. legislative behavior, the dynamics of political parties, and the intricacies of policymaking.Throughout his academic career, Mayhew authored seminal works that have significantly contributed to the...