Changing the sentiment of those the law affects: Federal marriage promotion programs

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

1-1-2015

Abstract

This qualitative study examined how 24 African American men and women responded to the question: Do you believe the government should try to change people’s attitudes to be more "pro-marriage"? If so how and what should be the government’s role? Results indicated 14 individuals (58 %) did not believe the government should try to change people’s attitudes to be more "pro-marriage" seven participants (29 %) believed the government should try to change people’s attitudes to be more "pro-marriage" and three participants (13 %) believed the government can change community sentiment regarding marriage but offered several caveats related to what the role of government should and should not be. The implications of these results for researchers, practitioners, and policymakers are discussed.

Publication Source (Journal or Book title)

Handbook of Community Sentiment

First Page

143

Last Page

157

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