"In this superb account of how the British and American news mediarepresent everyday citizens and public opinion, the authors show howcoverage of politics and p

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This book examines the media's role in shaping civic engagement and enhancing political engagement.

The decline of citizen involvement affects two key elements of democratic government: elections and political parties. Activating the Citizen examines the reaso

Political Consumerism captures the creative ways in which consumers and citizens turn to the market as their arena for politics. This book theorizes, describes,