The Politics of Social Networks
In: Statsvetenskaplig tidskrift, Volume 105, Issue 1, p. 74-79
ISSN: 0039-0747
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In: Statsvetenskaplig tidskrift, Volume 105, Issue 1, p. 74-79
ISSN: 0039-0747
In: Statsvetenskaplig tidskrift, Volume 105, Issue 1, p. 70-74
ISSN: 0039-0747
In: Research reports from the Department of Sociology, Uppsala University 1986,2
In: Acta Universitatis Upsaliensis
In: Studia sociologica Upsaliensia 27
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In: Acta Universitatis Upsaliensis
In: Statsvetenskaplig tidskrift, Volume 104, Issue 1, p. 1-27
ISSN: 0039-0747
This article identifies four main problems with existing research on symbolic politics. Symbolic politics is poorly defined, resulting in theoretical vagueness. Typologies of different kinds of symbolism are lacking. The connection between symbolic politics & mainstream political science is unelaborated. Finally, there are methodological problems establishing symbolic aspects of politics. Possible solutions to the four problems are suggested. Symbolic politics can be given a negative definition -- as noninstrumental motives behind a political decision. Four different kinds of symbolic politics are identified: classifications, principles, examples, & expressions. Using these four concepts, it is demonstrated how symbolic variables can enhance theories on public policymaking, exemplified by Baumgartner & Jones' punctuated equilibrium theory. The problem of establishing symbolic politics cannot be solved conclusively, but some provisional methods are suggested. 1 Figure, 81 References. Adapted from the source document.
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In: Göteborg Studies in Politics 81
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