Political Priming Refers to the Idea That the Issues Covered

question 21

True/False

Political priming refers to the idea that the issues covered in media broadcasts directly influence the information that people use to judge the president and other politicians.

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Definitions:

Direct Payments

Cash subsidies paid to farmers based on past production levels; a permanent transfer payment unaffected by current crop prices and current production.

Marketing Loans

Loans provided to agricultural producers, typically by a government, using the harvested crops as collateral, allowing farmers to hold their products for higher future prices.

Absolute Increases

Refers to outright growth in a specific numerical value, such as income, over a period, without adjustments for factors like inflation.

Relative Increases

Comparisons of growth or expansion in different areas or items, measured in proportionate terms rather than absolute numbers.