Does symbolic representation matter? A meta‐analysis of the passive‐symbolic representation link
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 6446575 |
|---|---|
| Authors | Yao Wang (0000-0002-7024-4233, Laboratory for Public Management and Policy, Department of International and Public Affairs City University of Hong Kong Hong Kong China, corresponding author) |
| Year | 2024 |
| Volume | 103 |
| Issue | 1 |
| Pages | 3-24 |
| Publication date | 2024-04-18 |
| Peer Reviewed | Yes |
| Open Access | Yes |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | Public Administration (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 0033-3298 • E-ISSN: 1467-9299 |
| Publisher | Wiley (PUBLISHER • GB) |
| DOI | 10.1111/padm.12999 |
| OpenAlex | W4394960890 |
| Language | EN |
| Citations received | 12 |
| References cited | 62 |
The theory of symbolic representation expects that passive representativeness of bureaucrats can heighten agencies' perceived legitimacy and enhance citizen outcomes. Empirical evidence on the consequences of symbolic representation, however, is mixed. By performing a meta‐analysis of 286 effect sizes, this study finds a significantly positive, though weak, association between passive representation and its anticipated symbolic outcomes. A meta‐regression analysis further examined how the salience of symbolic representation is moderated by multiple aspects of passive representativeness, symbolic outcomes, policy and geographical contexts, and research design. Results suggest that the symbolic benefits of passive representation are more observed at the frontline than in managerial settings, and the effects are stronger in experimental research designs than observational ones. This research echoes the increasing attention dedicated to the importance of context to representative bureaucracy research and contributes to a more refined theoretical exploration of symbolic representation
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| Unique citing works | 12 |
|---|---|
| Citations per year | 6 |
| Citation span | 2024 - 2026 (3) |
| Citation velocity | current |
| Highly cited | No |
| Citation types | Neutral: 11 |