Explanations for why women are less politically active:
(1) Situational Explanation--contemportary characteristics of a womans life span.
(2) Structural--includes societal institutions (education, econom and laws deny women the same opps, benefits and protection that are accorded men)
(3) Socialization--it is taught--men are political animals and women are not.
This paper focuses on the third explanation; can disparities in political participation be traced back to practices within the family, practices which reflect societal norms about gender-appropriate behavior,
DATA:
1970s
Austria
Finland
Germany
Netherlands
GB
USA
Switzerland
Italy
Dep Var:
1 discussing politics with others
2 contacting public officials
3 working with others to solve community problems
4 signing petition
5 attending political rally or meeting
6 working for a candidate or party
7 convince another to vote
8 vote
Ind Var: Survey about family dynamics
communication paters and role prescriptions within the family
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