17 Questions
What is the main focus of the objectives mentioned in the text?
Discussing the power of representation through discursive frames
According to Gabor in the text, what does claiming individuals are criminals or non-criminals suggest?
Behavior is heavily influenced by heredity and early life experiences
What is the significance of a discursive frame, as discussed in the text?
It creates meaning through words, symbols, and ideas
In the context of St. John’s Basketball, what does Joe Gallico's quote suggest about the appeal of the game to Hebrew individuals?
It values alertness, quick thinking, and craftiness
How do dominant groups utilize representations of criminals according to the text?
To facilitate conformity to their visions of society
According to critical criminologists, how do dominant representations change?
They are challenged by those with power
What does the mascot 'Redmen' signify for St. John's, based on the information provided?
'Redmen' signifies Native American heritage
How was Bernhard Goetz portrayed in news coverage?
As a victim/hero
What was the perception of racialized males in the context of moral panic?
As super-predators
Why did some discuss access to education and housing in relation to the case of Bernhard Goetz?
To address crime effectively
In what way was George Zimmerman's news coverage different from Bernhard Goetz's coverage?
Goetz was divided by who deserved justice
What did critical criminologists argue about the meaning of representations?
'Meanings are contested by those who lack power'
What do stereotypes assign to a social identity or group?
Certain attributes
In a simulated jury experiment mentioned in the text, what do jury members tend to link with guilt?
Physical appearance
What influences the sentences imposed by courts, according to the text?
Race, gender, class, and sexuality
What is considered largely irrelevant for the official version of law in terms of representation?
Stereotypes
According to Paul Secord & Carl Backman, what do stereotypes assign to a group or social identity?
Certain attributes
Explore the topics of discursive frames, stereotypes, and the power of representation in the context of moral panics and social issues. Dive into the empirical case study of Goetz and Zimmerman to analyze complex readings on appearance, race, and societal perceptions.
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