Running On Empty? Political Discourse in Congressional Elections
, by Maisel, Sandy L.; West, Darrell M.; Bowie, James I.; Brewer, Mark D.; Brown, Clyde; Busch, Andrew E.; Ezra, Marni; Gunderson, Julie; Hofrenning, Daniel; Jackson III, John S.; Larson, Stephanie Greco; Loomis, Burdett A.; Maestas, Cherie; Maisel, L Sandy; PNote: Supplemental materials are not guaranteed with Rental or Used book purchases.
- ISBN: 9780742530751 | 0742530752
- Cover: Hardcover
- Copyright: 4/2/2004
The level of discourse in campaigns and elections ideally should elevate citizens' knowledge about the candidates and the issues that face the polity. But elections today are often beset by negative campaigns and an emphasis on the horse race over issue