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Exploring how the simple act of talking about politics and current events with friends, colleagues, and relatives causes us to become more civically active

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9781439902738

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<p> Using an innovative approach that integrates survey information and focus groups with an experimental design, Klofstad reveals that social context plays a central role in maintaining the strength of democracy. His findings also imply that efforts designed to stimulate political discourse--even if it is just casual chatting about politics--can enhance civic engagement and participation. For readers interested in thoughtful social science research with real-world implications, this book is a great choice. <br> -- Campaigns & Elections

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Casey A. Klofstad is an Assistant Professor of Political Science at the University of Miami.

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