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Peer reviewedBishop, George F.; And Others – Journal of Communication, 1978
Presents a study of the effects of the presidential debates in the 1976 election on the awareness of political issues. Concludes that the primary effect was to widen the gap between the knowledge-rich and the knowledge-poor. (JMF)
Descriptors: Audiences, Debate, Elections, Knowledge Level
Peer reviewedAdoni, Hanna; Cohen, Akiba A. – Journal of Communication, 1978
Presents a study concerned with relating the understanding of the functioning of mass media, particulary television and newspapers, to the formation of public opinion regarding economic issues. Concludes that frequent exposure to news develops a false impression that the public understands more than they really do. (JMF)
Descriptors: Audiences, Economics, Knowledge Level, Mass Media
