Citizens are becoming “lonely bowlers”
R. Putnam argued citizens are becoming “lonely bowlers” who no longer interact socially, hence no longer willing to take part in political matters. The media - TV and Internet - helped decrease stocks of social capital, and thereby the willingness among citizens to engage in political activities.
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Citizens are becoming “lonely bowlers”
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