Changes in Non-electoral Participation Overtime

• In Event: Beyond the Traditional in Patterns of Political Participation

Abstract

Has non-electoral participation changed over time, and why is this so? Is this attributable to individuals with prior political engagement in elections, increasing their political repertoire of action? What is the profile of the different types of political participators? While research abounds in this field, there is scarce research that explores this question, findings remain inconclusive. Moreover, little research before has employed longitudinal data which is far more accurate in terms of causal inference and tracking the individuals. This paper relies on data from the Spanish Political Attitudes Panel Dataset (POLAT), spanning 2010 to 2023. This panel dataset uniquely allows for tracking individuals over time and comprises around 376 variables, including political participation measures. The case of Spain is particularly relevant for the study of political behavior, especially with the appearance of the M15 movement. This research contributes to a comprehensive understanding of non-electoral participation dynamics, shedding light on Spain's political landscape and the influence of social movements on political behavior.

Author

• Leire Rincon