The collective opinion or viewpoint held by members of the public regarding a particular issue, person, or event. It refers to how people perceive and interpret information based on their own beliefs and experiences.
Related terms
Media Bias: The tendency for news outlets or journalists to present information from a specific perspective that may influence public perception.
Propaganda: Information, often biased or misleading, used to promote or publicize a particular cause or point of view.
Political Socialization: The process through which individuals acquire their political attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors influenced by family, school, media, etc.