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Public Sphere and Government Legitimacy

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What is the concept of an "omnicompetent citizen"?

A citizen who has the right to vote

A citizen who does not participate in voting

A citizen who is an expert in making decisions

A citizen who is knowledgeable about all issues in a democracy (correct)

What is Walter Lippmann's view on creating an omnicompetent citizen?

An omnicompetent citizen is already a reality

An omnicompetent citizen is not necessary in a democracy

It is possible to create an omnicompetent citizen through education

It is not possible to create an omnicompetent citizen (correct)

What role does Walter Lippmann propose for the public in a democracy?

Occasionally choosing between proposals or candidates (correct)

Making most decisions

Making no decisions

Deciding on all issues

What is the term used to describe Walter Lippmann's views on the public's role in a democracy?

Realist Signup and view all the answers

What is the implication of Walter Lippmann's views on the public's role in a democracy?

We need experts to make most decisions Signup and view all the answers

What is the title of the book or article that discusses the concept of an omnicompetent citizen?

Public Opinion Signup and view all the answers

What is the main criticism of the concept of an omnicompetent citizen?

It is not practical Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of experts in Walter Lippmann's view of democracy?

To make most decisions Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between education and the omnicompetent citizen in Walter Lippmann's view?

Education cannot create an omnicompetent citizen Signup and view all the answers

What is the implication of the concept of an omnicompetent citizen on democratic participation?

It decreases democratic participation Signup and view all the answers