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Government Responsiveness in Race-Related Crisis Events

Government Responsiveness in Race-Related Crisis Events

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Government Responsiveness in Race-Related Crisis Events argues that decision-making in crisis events related to race and ethnicity is distinctive based on historical treatment and current narratives. It introduces a decision-making model for race-related crisis events and explores the decision-making of public officials in Alabama, South Carolina, and Mississippi concerning the removal of the Confederate Flag.

Format: Hardback
Length: 168 pages
Publication date: 15 January 2023
Publisher: Lexington Books


Government Responsiveness in Race-Related Crisis Events explores the unique dynamics of decision-making in crisis events related to race and ethnicity (RRCEs) in the United States. The author argues that these events are not isolated incidents but rather symptoms of a deeper underlying condition that dates back to the country's founding. Recognizing the interconnectedness of these crises, the author proposes a decision-making model specifically tailored to address race-related crisis events.

Drawing from grounded theory and a critical race lens, the author examines the decision-making processes of public officials in Alabama, South Carolina, and Mississippi during the aftermath of the 2015 Charleston Church Shooting. The study sheds light on the complex factors that influenced these officials' choices regarding the removal of the Confederate Flag from state grounds.

The author emphasizes the importance of government responsiveness in addressing race-related crisis events and proposes strategies for improving decision-making processes. This includes fostering diversity and inclusion within public institutions, promoting dialogue and understanding, and investing in training and education for public officials to better handle racial tensions and crisis situations.

Overall, Government Responsiveness in Race-Related Crisis Events provides valuable insights into the complex dynamics of decision-making in race-related crisis events and offers practical recommendations for improving government response and outcomes.


Dimension: 229 x 152 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781793609953

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