Potential Leaders and Democratic Values.

Monsma, Stephen V.

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Publication Date: 1971

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Potential Leaders and Democratic Values

Monsma, Stephen V.

Public Opinion Quarterly, 35, 3, 350-57, F 71

Indicates that potential contenders for public office are likely to be more knowledgeable, interested, and libertarian than the average citizen. Concludes that these differences exist before leaders are elected and that this discrimination is functional in a democracy. (MB)

Descriptors: Behavior Theories, Competitive Selection, Democratic Values, Discrimination Learning, Educational Background, Elections, Leadership, Personality Theories, Political Science, Socioeconomic Background

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