What is ideology, and how can ideology explain individuals’ issue attitudes? How does ideology differ from latent attitudes, and why is this significant?

Choose ONE of the following Essay Questions and write a 500-750 word essay in response by Friday night, July 8, using the Kirsch Lectures, but also the course textbook (as well as any optional resources in the Module that may be relevant to your interest), as evidence in your citations. Please write to Professor Kirsch in the Canvas messages to ask questions. (PLEASE ONLY USE SOURCES FROM THE FILE BELOW)

Essay E

Intro to American Government

Many have expressed concerns about the role of money in U.S. elections, and interest groups often engage in electioneering through donating to campaigns, mobilizing voters, and advocating on behalf of group issues. Discuss how PACs and Super PACs participate in elections and talk about the concerns this participation might raise for democratic governance.
Interest groups often deploy a variety of strategies to achieve their organization’s goals, namely influencing public policy. When and why might interest groups use inside strategies, and when and why might they use outside strategies?
Why is there a hostile media effect in the United States? Explain hostile media effects and provide examples about its significance.
What is ideology, and how can ideology explain individuals’ issue attitudes? How does ideology differ from latent attitudes, and why is this significant?

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