This study examines American public opinion since the 1930s. The author analyzes data from Gallup and other sources and looks at such issues as US politics, international events, race, sex, gender, economics, the environment, and more.
Hatred & Bigotry in the Heart of the United Kingdom
How, and why, have perceptions of Muslims changed in our society? What does this mean for Muslims growing up today? What has triggered large spikes in anti-Muslim prejudice and hatred, following the Brexit referendum and election of Donald Trump? Offering an informed overview of a frighteningly common issue experienced by Muslims today, this book ......
Honest, objective, and informed political debates are all too rare in today's polarized and partisan climate. This book identifies common areas of confusion or misunderstanding about our political system - clarifying many distortions of accepted history, constitutional law, economics, and science.
Hegemonic Discourse, Public Opinion, and the Limits of Dissent
In this fresh and provocative book, Anthony DiMaggio uses the war in Iraq and the United States confrontations with Iran as his touchstones to probe the sometimes fine line between news and propaganda. Using Antonio Gramsci's concept of hegemony and drawing upon the seminal works of Noam Chomsky, Edward Herman, and Robert McChesney, DiMaggio ......
Hegemonic Discourse, Public Opinion, and the Limits of Dissent
In this fresh and provocative book, Anthony DiMaggio uses the war in Iraq and the United States confrontations with Iran as his touchstones to probe the sometimes fine line between news and propaganda. Using Antonio Gramsci's concept of hegemony and drawing upon the seminal works of Noam Chomsky, Edward Herman, and Robert McChesney, DiMaggio ......
Offering a comprehensive look at the policymaking process, this title examines the motivations of public officials, the resources they have for shaping opinion, the influence of interest groups, and the evolution of waste reduction programs in Minnesota and other states.
American democracy is in many ways more vital than ever before. Advocacy groups proliferate and formerly marginalized groups enjoy new opportunities. But worrisome trends exist.
Examines the opinions of average Americans about Washington, DC, in order to understand how many Americans are likely to approach the question of what reforms are needed. This book explores the political, economic, and social conditions of the District, providing an informed context for understanding and evaluating its political options.