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Shattering stereotypes and the critical Lasswell

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  • Paul Cairney

    (Division of History, Heritage, and Politics, University of Stirling)

  • Christopher M. Weible

    (School of Public Affairs, University of Colorado Denver)

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In “The Policy Science of Harold Lasswell: Contextual Orientation and the Critical Dimension,” Torgerson argues against the simplistic classification of scholars, suggesting that stereotyping positions should be resisted or exposed as rhetorical devices rather than serious engagements. Torgerson illustrates that Lasswell was, in part, a critical policy scholar who promoted reflexivity and radical democracy. This book serves as a reminder that engaging with the deeper meanings and the potential overlaps between and contradictions within our stereotypes may foster the shared ideals of emancipation, security, deliberation, and creativity. Although today’s interpretation of Lasswell and the policy sciences may have been stripped of its original meaning, we can still follow Lasswell’s guidance by directing our scholarship toward empowering the disadvantaged and achieving greater political equality for all.

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  • Paul Cairney & Christopher M. Weible, 2024. "Shattering stereotypes and the critical Lasswell," Policy Sciences, Springer;Society of Policy Sciences, vol. 57(4), pages 907-911, December.
    • Handle: RePEc:kap:policy:v:57:y:2024:i:4:d:10.1007_s11077-024-09551-8
    DOI: 10.1007/s11077-024-09551-8
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