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Peer reviewedBrosius, Hans-Bernd; Kepplinger, Hans Mathias – Journal of Broadcasting and Electronic Media, 1992
A content analysis of major German television news shows and 53 weekly surveys on 16 issues were used to compare linear and nonlinear models as ways to describe the relationship between media coverage and the public agenda. Results indicate that nonlinear models are in some cases superior to linear models in terms of explained variance. (34…
Descriptors: Agenda Setting, Broadcast Television, Content Analysis, Information Dissemination
Peer reviewedConverse, Philip E. – PS: Political Science and Politics, 1996
Presents a thoughtful and balanced analysis of the effects of public opinion polling on elections and the political power structure. Generally refutes the revisionist criticism that polling acts as a preemptive strike curtailing political expression in favor of the power elite. Considers issues related to the tyranny of the majority. (MJP)
Descriptors: Citizen Participation, Citizenship Responsibility, Credibility, Elections
