How would you explain the results presented in Table 10.1? In particular, what accounts for the difference in the distribution of self-declared liberals, moderates, and conservatives in the general public, the national press, and the local press?
What will be an ideal response?
An ideal response will:
1, Explain that the table illustrates self-assessments of ideological leanings and would generally suggest that the national and local press is more liberal than the general public, and thus there may be a bias against conservatism.
2, Discuss how the differences may be a result of higher levels of education, which tends to make people more politically liberal.
3, Explain how exposure to more information in general, which is an occupational hazard of journalism, tends to make people more politically liberal.
4, Provide a clear and concise conclusion.
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Explain the term "membership mobilization" and provide three examples.
What will be an ideal response?
Moderate and conservative Democrats formed the Blue Dog Coalition in Congress in the 1990s to __________
a. "choke blue" the liberal faction of their own party b. demonstrate the power of the junior members of Congress c. push for budget cuts and a cap on defense spending d. push for budget cuts and an increase in defense spending
Aside from voting, the next most frequent political activity that voters engage in is ______
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
Which of the following is a significant reason that some working class people vote for conservative parties, and some professional people vote for liberal parties?
a. a rise in household income b. the decline in union membership c. rebellion against family tradition d. individual convictions on particular issues