Abigail Mancinelli earned her PhD in Political Science at the University of Notre Dame, where her research centered on the relationship between campaign finance regulations and representation. In her most recent article, “Does Public Financing Motivate Electoral Challengers,” she found that providing public funds to candidates leads to greater competition in state legislative elections.
Abigail currently works as a Senior Consultant in the State and Local Government practice at Guidehouse, serving as the Reporting Team Lead on a project contracted by the New York State Emergency Rental Assistance Program (NYS ERAP). NYS ERAP provides eviction protection and economic relief to those facing financial hardship resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic. Her team conducts data analysis associated with the processing of applications, and Abigail has supported the delivery of more than $250 million in rental assistance.
Originally published by at rooneycenter.nd.edu on August 01, 2024.