The Development of Political Activists: A Model of Early Learning

Social Science Quarterly, Vol. 67, No. 3, pp. 473-490, September 1986

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Gary King

Harvard University

Richard Merelman

affiliation not provided to SSRN

Abstract

An analysis of panel data reveals the unique importance of early learning to the development of political activism among Americans. A combination of two learning models - the frequently used crystallization model and the rarely analyzed sensitization model - is advanced as most appropriate for understanding political socialization and the development of political activism. The findings contribute to research on elite behavior and on the process of political socialization.

Suggested Citation

King, Gary and Merelman, Richard, The Development of Political Activists: A Model of Early Learning. Social Science Quarterly, Vol. 67, No. 3, pp. 473-490, September 1986 , Available at SSRN: https://ssrn.com/abstract=1084231

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