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571: TV, Authoritarianism, & the Formative Power of Reading with Jessica Hooten Wilson

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The Effects of Television on Authoritarian Attitudes

Cultivation Theory is a theoretical framework that suggests heavy television viewing can contribute to the development of an authoritarian mindset. Television dramas often emphasize individual and heroic actions, including violence, to solve problems and protect against perceived threats. Cultivation theory argues that television, even in non-political programming, can subtly shape cultural attitudes and beliefs towards authoritarianism.

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