Unit 3: People & Politics Ch. 6: Public Opinion & The Media Ch. 7: Interest Groups & Political Parties Ch. 8: Campaigns & Elections
Ch. 6: Public Opinion & The Media Aggregate view of a majority of people Private opinion Public Change trends
*creates political ideology (p. 17) Socialized by: Family Religion Education Gender Region Ethnicity Economic Status Recent Events Opinion Leaders Framing Effect Media *creates political ideology (p. 17)
Paradox of Collective Action Change Trends Paradox of Collective Action Free rider Tragedy of the Commons
Media pg. 314-327 Competitive business Locally run Role of Govt -White House correspondent gatekeeper, scorekeeper, watchdog
How media influences politicians: Scandals Visuals Sound bites Prettiness
How politicians influence media: Press officers Targeting 6 p.m news Spin control Leaks, flattery, ideology Rewards & penalties