Length11h 42m
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In "Public Opinion," Walter Lippmann presents an incisive exploration of the mechanisms that shape public attitudes and beliefs in democratic societies. This seminal work, published in 1922, utilizes a blend of journalism and social psychology to dissect the processes of perception and propaganda. Lippmann argues that the way information is presented influences public understanding, thereby affecting democratic governance. His literary style is both analytical and accessible, employing vivid examples to illustrate how media constructs 'pictures in our heads' that guide our opinions and actions. In a post-World War I context fraught with uncertainty, Lippmann seeks to illuminate the challenges of an informed citizenry in an age of rapidly disseminated information. Walter Lippmann, a prominent journalist and political commentator, was deeply engaged with the issues of his time, grappling with the interplay between media, democracy, and societal beliefs. His experiences in World War I and subsequent journalism career provided him with firsthand insights into the responsibilities of media and the often misleading nature of public perceptions. His intellectual curiosity and critique of democratic ideals led him to assert the need for a more informed public, setting the stage for his influential perspectives in "Public Opinion." "Public Opinion" is essential reading for anyone interested in media studies, political science, and the intricacies of democracy. Lippmann's exploration remains eerily relevant in today's media-saturated environment, encouraging readers to critically evaluate the sources of their beliefs and the frameworks of their understandings. Engaging with this work equips readers with the analytical tools to navigate the complexities of contemporary public discourse.
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GenrePolitics and Government
Length11 hrs 42 mins
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Publish dateNov 13, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1PUBLIC OPINION
2Part I. Introduction: Chapter I. The World Outside and the Pictures in Our Heads
3Part II. Approaches to the World Outside
4Chapter II. Censorship and Privacy
5Chapter III. Contact and Opportunity
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6Chapter IV. Time and Attention
7Chapter V. Speed, Words, and Clearness
8Part III. Stereotypes
9Chapter VI. Stereotypes
10Chapter VII. Stereotypes as Defense
11Chapter VIII. Blind Spots and Their Value
12Chapter IX. Codes and Their Enemies
13Chapter X. The Detection of Stereotypes
14Part IV. Interests
15Chapter XI. The Enlisting of Interest
16Chapter XII. Self-Interest Reconsidered
17Part V. The Making of a Common Will
18Chapter XIII. The Transfer of Interest
19Chapter XIV. Yes or No
20Chapter XV. Leaders and the Rank and File
21Part VI. The Image of Democracy
22Chapter XVI. The Self-Centered Man
23Chapter XVII. The Self-Contained Community
24Chapter XVIII. The Role of Force, Patronage and Privilege
25Chapter XIX. The Old Image in a New Form: Guild Socialism
26Chapter XX. A New Image
27Part VII. Newspapers
28Chapter XXI. The Buying Public
29Chapter XXII. The Constant Reader
30Chapter XXIII. The Nature of News
31Chapter XXIV. News, Truth, and a Conclusion
32Part VIII. Organized Intelligence
33Chapter XXV. The Entering Wedge
34Chapter XXVI. Intelligence Work
35Chapter XXVII. The Appeal to the Public
36Chapter XXVIII. The Appeal to Reason
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