📖 Overview
Edward B. Foley is a legal scholar and election law expert who serves as the Charles W. Ebersold and Florence Whitcomb Ebersold Chair in Constitutional Law at The Ohio State University Moritz College of Law. He is the founding director of Election Law @ Moritz, a nonpartisan program focused on election law and voting rights.
Foley's research and writing concentrate on election law, constitutional law, and the history of disputed elections in America. His book "Ballot Battles: The History of Disputed Elections in the United States" (Oxford University Press, 2016) is considered an authoritative work on contested elections throughout U.S. history.
His expertise has been particularly relevant in analyzing modern election disputes and constitutional issues surrounding voting rights. Foley frequently provides commentary and analysis on election-related matters for major media outlets and has testified before Congress on election law issues.
The core of Foley's academic work centers on developing frameworks for resolving election disputes fairly and establishing procedures that maintain democratic legitimacy. His scholarship emphasizes the importance of nonpartisan approaches to election administration and dispute resolution.
👀 Reviews
Readers value Foley's detailed research and nonpartisan analysis of election law and voting rights issues. His books receive attention from both legal scholars and general readers interested in election integrity.
What readers liked:
- Clear explanations of complex legal concepts
- Historical context and examples
- Balanced treatment of partisan issues
- Practical solutions for election reform
What readers disliked:
- Academic writing style can be dense
- Some sections repeat key points
- Legal terminology challenging for non-lawyers
Ratings:
- "Ballot Battles" averages 4.2/5 on Amazon (32 reviews)
- "Presidential Elections and Majority Rule" averages 4.0/5 on Goodreads (15 reviews)
One law professor reviewer noted: "Foley presents a thorough analysis without pushing partisan agendas." A general reader commented: "Makes election law accessible but could be more concise."
Reviews indicate Foley's work appeals primarily to academics, lawyers, and readers seeking deep analysis of election systems rather than casual political commentary.
📚 Books by Edward B. Foley
Ballot Battles: The History of Disputed Elections in the United States (2016)
Examines major disputed elections throughout US history, analyzing the legal and institutional mechanisms used to resolve electoral conflicts.
Presidential Elections and Majority Rule (2020) Explores the relationship between the Electoral College, majority rule principles, and the complexities of American presidential elections.
Constitutional Law: The Legislative Process (2001) Provides legal analysis of legislative processes and constitutional principles governing lawmaking in the United States.
Due Process and Fair Elections (2020) Details the intersection of constitutional due process requirements and election administration in American democracy.
Election Law and Litigation: The Judicial Regulation of Politics (2014) Examines the role of courts in resolving election disputes and regulating political processes through legal decisions.
Presidential Elections and Majority Rule (2020) Explores the relationship between the Electoral College, majority rule principles, and the complexities of American presidential elections.
Constitutional Law: The Legislative Process (2001) Provides legal analysis of legislative processes and constitutional principles governing lawmaking in the United States.
Due Process and Fair Elections (2020) Details the intersection of constitutional due process requirements and election administration in American democracy.
Election Law and Litigation: The Judicial Regulation of Politics (2014) Examines the role of courts in resolving election disputes and regulating political processes through legal decisions.
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