POLI 30 Lecture Notes - Lecture 2: Negative Campaigning, Ad Hominem, Theoretical Definition
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Instructions so that you can consistently measure concept. Concept: abstract construct that represents a potential phenomena in the real. Unambiguous statement that defines the features of a concept, its variation, and the units to which it applies. Template: the concept of name is defined as the extent to which units exhibit the characteristic of features . Use of first person and third person. The concept of campaign tone is defined as the extent to which units exhibit the characteristic of features . The concept of negative campaigning captures the extent to which campaign messages exhibit the characteristic of candidates criticizing their opponents . The president leaves the country without permission (why"d he do that) Congress declares the presidency vacant and has a military general take over (huh?) In a new constitution approved by congress, the president is chosen by congress every four years. They chose military generals every time since.
