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Last published 2026
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Rich Shumate

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Also affiliated: Western Kentucky University (2019–2020)

1 h-index 6 pubs 1 cited

Biography and Research Information

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Rich Shumate's research investigates the intersection of media, politics, and social issues in American life. His work includes historical analyses of influential newspapers and the examination of how political candidates utilize religious texts to engage voters. Shumate has also published on the evolution of LGBTQ+ inclusion in American society, exploring its representation in popular culture and its connection to civil rights movements. His scholarship also addresses legal challenges related to the First Amendment, specifically concerning speech versus conduct in the context of credit card surcharges. Additionally, he has studied media coverage of historical events, including racial massacres, and the role of distrust in media within conservative identity.

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  • h-index: 1
  • Publications: 6
  • Citations: 1

Selected Publications

  • LGBTQ Inclusion in American Life: Pop Culture, Political Imagination and Civil Rights (2026)
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