The performative state public scrutiny and environmental governance in China
Iza Ding
- 1 Online-Ressource (xi, 245 Seiten) Diagramme
Includes bibliographical references and index
Introduction : Statecraft as Stagecraft -- Anatomy of the State -- Old Woes and New Pains -- Face Work -- Audience Appraisal -- Performative Breakdown -- Conclusion : Performance and Performance. "What does the state do when public expectations exceed its actual governing capacity? This book shows how the state can engage in performative governance-the theatrical deployment of language, symbols, and gestures to foster the impression of good governance among citizens"--
9781501760389 (epub) 9781501760396 (pdf)
Environmental policy--Public opinion--China Local government and environmental policy--Public opinion--China Environmental protection--Public opinion--China Communication in politics--China HISTORY / Asia / China Communication in politics Ecology ; Public opinion Environmental policy ; Public opinion Environmental protection ; Public opinion Politics and government
China--Environmental conditions--Public opinion China--Politics and government--2002- China
Fellow Ellen Maria Gorrissen Fellow Class of Fall 2024