Kelley A. Pesch-Cronin is a Professor at Notre Dame College of Ohio, USA. Her research interests include homeland security and emergency management issues, especially as they pertain to policy and politics. Previously, she worked in municipal government and local law enforcement and has co-authored several books in the field.

Nancy E. Marion is a Chair and Professor of Political Science at the University of Akron, USA. Her research areas largely revolve around the intersection of politics and criminal justice. She is the author of numerous articles and books that examine how politics affects criminal justice policy.