Eric M. Patashnik
Countermobilization: Policy Feedback and Backlash in a Polarized Age
Countermobilization: Policy Feedback and Backlash in a Polarized Age
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Backlash movements are inherent to US policymaking, fueled by polarization, cultural shifts, and negative feedback from the activist government. Eric M. Patashnik's policy-centered theory of backlash offers insights to help identify and navigate backlash risks.
Format: Hardback
Length: 256 pages
Publication date: 19 December 2023
Publisher: The University of Chicago Press
The most effective policies not only address issues but also forge strong alliances. However, occasionally, policies provoke opposition and mobilize backlash. While backlash is not a novel phenomenon, the contemporary political landscape is characterized by the prevalence and intensity of backlash in nearly every domain of US policymaking, ranging from abortion rights to the Affordable Care Act.
In his policy-centered theory of backlash, Eric M. Patashnik sheds light on how policies trigger backlash by imposing losses, overreaching, or disrupting established arrangements that people hold dear. By examining case studies encompassing diverse issues such as immigration, trade, healthcare, and gun control, Countermobilization demonstrates that backlash politics is fueled by polarization, cultural shifts, and negative feedback from the activist government itself. Moreover, the book provides valuable insights to assist in identifying and managing backlash risks.
Understanding the dynamics of backlash is crucial for policymakers and activists alike. By recognizing the factors that contribute to backlash, policymakers can develop strategies to mitigate its effects and ensure that policies are implemented in a way that fosters support and consensus. Activists, on the other hand, can leverage backlash as an opportunity to mobilize public support for their causes and push for policy change.
In conclusion, Countermobilization offers a comprehensive examination of the phenomenon of backlash in US policymaking. By exploring the origins, drivers, and consequences of backlash, the book provides valuable insights to help navigate the complex terrain of policy development and implementation. As the political landscape continues to evolve, understanding the dynamics of backlash is more important than ever to ensure that policies are effective, sustainable, and responsive to the needs of the American people.
Dimension: 229 x 152 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780226829876
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