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“But how could empathy be bad?”: The frequently counterintuitive nature of reframing

by Nat Kendall-Taylor November 28, 2011 Framing in the Field

“Oh crap! You know all that stuff you guys just said about what detracts from policy support? That’s exactly what I’ve been doing!” Such was the response of an audience member following a recent presentation of a series of FrameWorks reframing studies on addiction. The reason for telling this story is not to add further [...]

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Occupy: Flash Mob Politics or Social Movement?

by Frank Gilliam October 9, 2011 Framer Reads the News

One of the most interesting and entertaining phenomena of this political season is the so-called “Occupy” trend. Started a few weeks ago by a group generally referred to as Occupy Wall Street, people have been gathering at city halls, corporate headquarters, and other institutions of power across the United States to protest a wide range [...]

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Translating Facts into Meaning: Infographics Gone Wrong

by Tia Remington-Bell June 10, 2011 Social Math

Communicating the “facts” doesn’t always have to be in writing. Infographics can be a great way to visually apply social math to real world situations. By placing the less familiar aspects of an issue within a recognizable context, we can greatly enhance public understanding of important social issues. Sometimes, however, the message gets lost in [...]

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