Me, vote? I am so not bothered
Article Abstract:
The U.K. administration's proposals to increase young people's engagement in politics include giving 16-year-olds the right to vote, but this is not likely to boost voter turnout. Instead, politicians should work on improving their image and hold elections on weekends.
Publication Name: Times Higher Education Supplement
Subject: Education
ISSN: 0049-3929
Year: 2007
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Clinical cost of making headlines
Article Abstract:
A suggestion to withhold research details from the media before publishing them in medical journals is presented. The often-inaccurate media coverage distorts public views on results of clinical research.
Publication Name: Times Higher Education Supplement
Subject: Education
ISSN: 0049-3929
Year: 2007
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