Week 7: Consider This . . .

The convergence of popular culture and politics offers a new, compelling approach to understanding and advancing public arguments. For this week's blog, then, please reflect on the implications of Jones' observations, and our class discussion, regarding the convergence of these two public discursive spheres. Specifically,

What is gained or lost in merging politics and popular culture?

and/or

Does the convergence of politics and popular culture support or undermine democracy? How so?

Please don't feel limited by these questions: you may address them explicitly or implicitly, in whole or in part, in your post as you see fit. The questions are only provided to prompt, guide, and frame your thoughts.


Those who are posting this week, please complete your posts by midnight Tuesday, October 14th; all others have until midnight Saturday, October 18th to respond.