Ambivalence And The Structure Of Political Opinion

This book represents an important step in bringing together various strands of research about attitudinal ambivalence and public opinion. Essays by a distinguished group of political scientists and social psychologists provide a conceptual framework for understanding how ambivalence is currently understood and measured, as well as its relevance to the public's beliefs about our political institutions and national identity. The theoretical insights, methodological innovations, and empirical analyses will add substantially to our knowledge about the nature of ambivalencein particular, and the structure and evolution of political attitudes in general.

Stephen C. Craig is Professor of Political Science and Director of the Graduate Program in Political Campaigning, University of Florida.

Michael D. Martinez is Associate Professor of Political Science, University of Florida.