The Poll With A Human Face: The National Issues Convention Experiment in Political Communication (ISSN)

The National Issues Convention (NIC) was a groundbreaking event that brought together 459 Americans from diverse backgrounds on the campus of the University of Texas at Austin in 1996.

This book provides an in-depth look into this innovative experiment in democracy, including the arguments and logic behind it, the experiences of the delegates and journalists involved, and social science research analyzing the news coverage and its effects.

With a focus on both the specific case study of the NIC and the broader contributions to the discipline of political communication, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the role of mass communication in democracy.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn from one of the most significant events in recent political history!