| ID | 088510 |
| Title Proper | Seeking channels for engagement |
| Other Title Information | media use and political communication by China's rising middle class |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Wang, Xin |
| Publication | 2009. |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | As the main beneficiaries of the economic reforms, members of China's middle class are primarily preoccupied with maintaining their status. Participation in politics is not high on their agenda. The mass media in China has become apolitical, largely to cater to the middle class' consumer and popular culture. It is in fact weakening the political and civic interests of the middle class, reducing their motive for direct political participation or interaction with the government. |
| `In' analytical Note | China: An International Journal Vol. 7, No. 1; Mar 2009: p31-56 |
| Journal Source | China: An International Journal Vol. 7, No. 1; Mar 2009: p31-56 |
| Key Words | Middle Class - China ; China - Middle Class ; Mass Media - China ; China - Mass Media ; Political Participation - China ; China - Political Participation |