Affiliation:
1. University of Kansas
2. University of Texas at Austin
3. University of Kentucky
4. University of Nevada, Reno
Abstract
Abstract
This study examines the effects of both the substantive and affective dimensions of issue attributes in the news
coverage of climate change on the public’s perception of the importance of this environmental issue. Results from our analysis
show that the four affective dimensions (e.g., positive and negative emotions, anger, and sadness) of the three attributes (e.g.,
existence, effects, and solutions) exerted strong influence on public issue priority. This study extends the concept of compelling
arguments in agenda setting research by suggesting that compelling arguments effects are not solely dependent on substantive
attributes. Their affective dimensions are influential, as well.
Publisher
John Benjamins Publishing Company
Cited by
2 articles.
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