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1 online resource (xviii, 257 pages) : illustrations |
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polychrome |
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text file |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| Summary |
"Shocking moments in society create an extraordinary political environment that permits political and opinion changes that are unlikely during times of normal politics. Strong emotions felt by the public during catastrophes, even if experienced only vicariously through media coverage are a powerful motivator of public opinion and activism. This is particularly true when emotional reactions coincide with attributing blame to governmental agencies or officials. By examining public opinion during one extraordinary event, the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, Lonna Rae Atkeson and Cherie D. Maestas show how media information interacts with emotion in shaping a wide range of political opinions about government and political leaders. Catastrophic events bring citizens together, provide common experiences and information, and create opinions that transcend traditional political boundaries. These moments encourage citizens to reexamine their understanding of government, its leaders, and its role in a society from a less partisan perspective"-- Provided by publisher. |
| Contents |
Extraordinary events and public opinion -- A theoretical framework for systematically examining extraordinary events -- The media message environment and the emotional context of Hurricane Katrina -- Affective attributions: assigning blame during extraordinary times -- Federalism in a multiple-message environment: are the appropriate leaders held accountable? -- Attributions of blame, political efficacy, and confidence in government -- Attributions, emotions, and policy consequences -- Extraordinary events and public opinion: some broader perspectives. |
| Local Note |
eBooks on EBSCOhost EBSCO eBook Subscription Academic Collection - North America |
| Subject |
Hurricane Katrina (2005) |
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Political psychology -- Case studies.
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Political psychology. |
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Case studies.
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| Subject |
Public opinion -- United States -- Case studies.
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Public opinion. |
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United States. |
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Public administration -- United States -- Public opinion -- Case studies.
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Public administration. |
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Political leadership -- United States -- Public opinion -- Case studies.
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Political leadership. |
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Disaster relief -- Political aspects -- United States -- Case studies.
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Disaster relief -- Political aspects. |
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Disaster relief. |
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Hurricane Katrina, 2005 -- Political aspects.
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Press and politics -- United States -- Case studies.
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Press and politics. |
| Chronological Term |
2005 |
| Genre/Form |
Electronic books.
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Electronic book.
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Electronic books.
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Case studies.
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| Added Author |
Maestas, Cherie D., 1964-
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| Other Form: |
Print version: Atkeson, Lonna Rae, 1965- Catastrophic politics. New York : Cambridge University Press, 2012 9781107021129 (DLC) 2011045126 (OCoLC)761383829 |
| ISBN |
9781139549745 (electronic book) |
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113954974X (electronic book) |
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1139552244 (electronic book) |
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9781139552240 (electronic book) |
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1139554700 |
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9781139554701 |
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9781139108560 (electronic book) |
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1139108565 (electronic book) |
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9781107021129 |
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110702112X |
| Standard No. |
9786613887412 |
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