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To Vote Or Not To Vote: The Effects Of Political Information Efficacy, Locus Of Control, And Parental Socialization On The Political Engagement Of College Students, Jessica Cox

Sociology-Anthropology: Student Scholarship & Creative Works

Political engagement involves both indirect and direct actions that effect the political system such as voting, donating to campaigns, and volunteering for a political party. Previous literature has suggested that students demonstrating more interest in politics and exhibiting strong party ties were more likely to vote than those who were uninterested in politics. Limited research has examined the relationship between political information efficacy, locus of control, and parental socialization on the political engagement of college students; however, studies have thoroughly examined the effects of political affiliation. The sample population for this research were students enrolled at one small, private, liberal …