Published: Nov. 30, 2024

Symbols are everywhere in politics. Yet, they tended to be overlooked the study of public policy. This book shows how play an important role policy process, shaping citizens' representations thanks their ability combine meanings and stimulate emotional reactions. We use crisis management as a lens through which we analyse this symbolic dimension, focus on two case studies (governmental responses Covid-19 Europe 2020 terrorist attacks France 2015). show enables leaders claim legitimacy for themselves decisions, foster feelings reassurance, solidarity belonging. All politicians symbolic, whether consciously or otherwise, but what choose do varies is affected by timing, existence national repertoires actions personas leaders.

Language: Английский