Though Some Fundamental Values Remain Relatively Unchanged Over the Course

question 59

Essay

Though some fundamental values remain relatively unchanged over the course of one's life, some opinions about political issues are less stable.What causes people's opinions to change over time? In your answer, discuss John Zaller's three-stage model of opinion formation and the "online processing model" of opinion change.In addition, identify a contemporary political controversy where the American public's opinions have changed and explain why the change occurred.

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Definitions:

Mechanistic Hypothesis

The hypothesis that share prices respond mechanistically to changes in accounting numbers, ignoring the effects of accounting policies.

Capital Markets

Financial markets where long-term debt or equity-backed securities are bought and sold, assisting in raising capital.

Accounting Policies

Unique theories, platforms, systems, edicts, and maneuvers practiced by an organization in the creation and issuance of its financial testimonies.

Political Cost Hypothesis

A theory suggesting that larger firms are more likely to be subject to government scrutiny and regulation, thus incurring additional costs to comply with political expectations.