To what extent is public policymaking constrained or shaped by public opinion in the
U.S.? Are policymaking institutions responsive to public preferences and concerns? In
answering these questions, assess both the theoretical arguments for and against
responsiveness as well as the empirical evidence bearing on the question.
Comments: Also found these two that are key for the section about affluent representation:
Kelly. Nathan]. and Peter K. Enns. 2010. “Inequality and the Dynamics of Public Opinion: The
Self-Reinforcing Link Between Economic Inequality and Mass Preferences.” American Journal
of Political Science. 54:855-870.
Erikson, Robert S. 2015. ”Income Inequality and Policy Responsiveness.” Annual Review of
Political Science. 18:1 1-29