The entertainment industry plays a big role in telling stories about the government. Television series such as \u201cThe West Wing,\u201d \u201cHouse of Cards\u201d and \u201cNCIS\u201d offer portrayals of how government touches our lives even though the worlds depicted are fictional and events often exaggerated. For better or worse, the storylines in these shows are often the most memorable and colorful narratives of government many people will see.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The precise impact of entertainment on the public\u2019s views of government is difficult to understand, although a number of researchers<\/a> are doing important work<\/a> looking into the question. A nationwide survey<\/a> conducted by the Partnership for Public Service included several questions relating to six prominent television shows about government, and the results offer some insights into the relationship between entertainment and public views.<\/p>\n\n\n\nTV shows can have a large audience.\u00a0\u00a0<\/h3>\n\n\n\n