David Crockett, Ph.D.

The most common question I get is whether I am related to the famous Davy Crockett. I am not a direct descendant, but I am a first cousin five times removed, and I give great tours of the Alamo.

I served six years as a communications officer in the United States Army after college and before graduate school. My primary teaching and research interests are in the field of American politics, with a special focus on the American presidency. My first two books concern the leadership and electoral dilemmas confronted by presidents from the "opposition party" -- the party that is not normally advantaged in a particular political era.

I spend much of my time managing the extra-curricular activities of my three sons. I am also very active in my church. Faculty sponsor for the Alpha Lambda Delta honor society and Young Conservatives of Texas.