What Does It Mean When a President Is "Going Public

question 15

Multiple Choice

What does it mean when a president is "going public?"

• A) He is beginning to campaign for reelection
• B) He is addressing a joint session of Congress about an issue he cares about
• C) He is responding to a scandal publicized by the media or an interest group
• D) He is focusing public attention on an issue to pressure members of Congress for their support

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Definitions:

Conformity

The act of matching attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors to group norms, policies, or societal expectations.

Group Norms

Shared expectations and rules that guide the behavior of individuals within a group, influencing their actions and interactions.

Conformity Research

The study of how and why individuals align their attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors with those of a group, often under social pressure or influence.

Group Pressure

The influence exerted by a group to encourage a person to conform to the group's standards.