18 Questions
What is the near-utopian belief in crisis opportunities most commonly associated with?
Perseverance and resilience
According to the experts mentioned in the text, what do crises represent?
Discontinuities that must be seized upon
What is a common reaction to sweeping reforms in the wake of a crisis?
Skepticism and distrust
How do crises tend to impact the political systems in which they occur?
By casting long shadows and uncertainties
What is the main suggestion regarding studying the aftermath of crises in the text?
To take a broader macrosocial perspective including collective 'learning'
What is the open question posed regarding the role of crises in systemic change?
If crises trigger systemic change or prevent it
What is one significant challenge for public leaders in crisis management, as mentioned in the text?
Defending themselves against accusations of incompetence or insensitivity
How have citizens' expectations changed in contemporary Western society regarding crises?
They have little patience for imperfections and fear glitches
What is the role of mass media in the 'risk society' according to the text?
To shape public perceptions and play a crucial role
Why is crisis management considered a controversial and political activity in contemporary society?
Because it involves defending against accusations and is intensely political
How do public officials and agencies often appear following a crisis?
As responsible actors for failures in prevention, preparedness, and response
What term is sometimes used to describe the contemporary society's tendency to search for culprits following a disaster?
'Risk society'
What is one of the main challenges highlighted in the text for exercising public leadership during a crisis?
Focusing only on dealing with the events 'on the ground'
Why is it important for stakeholders to actively seek to influence the public perception of a crisis?
To align mass media and political discourse with their own picture of the situation
What is emphasized as a prerequisite for effective crisis response in the text?
Dealing with events 'on the ground' as well as the political upheaval
Why does the text advocate for a two-pronged strategy in crisis response?
To handle both the actual events and the resulting political instability
What role does mass media play in shaping the perception of a crisis according to the text?
It helps establish a particular definition of the situation
Why is investing in a better understanding of resilience important according to the text?
To facilitate early warning systems in crises
Explore the evolving challenges in crisis management within changing democratic contexts. Analyze how citizens and politicians have become more fearful and less tolerant of public health, safety, and prosperity hazards. Understand the impact of the 'risk society' culture on crisis response strategies.
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