What is it about?
This research looks at the relationship between political libertarianism and personal self-interest, as informed by the concept of NIMBYism (not-in-my-backyard) that underlies much of the resident attitude toward tourism literature. Based on a comprehensive survey of more than 500 residents from Charleston, South Carolina, a city heavily dependent on tourism, the research determined, as the literature would predict, that general views toward tourism were highly dependent on where one lives. However, for specific tourism issues, one’s personal political views tended to trump geography. Application of theory and suggestions for tourism policy makers are provided.
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Why is it important?
Politics play an important role regarding tourism issues and tourism issues are important when making political decisions. This article adds to our understanding of the interplay between tourism and attitudes of residents as this relates to tourism related public policy.
Perspectives
This is an interesting article that adds to our academic knowledge, but is also important reading for policy makers in tourism related communities.
Stephen Litvin
College of Charleston
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This page is a summary of: Not in My Backyard: Personal Politics and Resident Attitudes toward Tourism, Journal of Travel Research, June 2019, SAGE Publications,
DOI: 10.1177/0047287519853039.
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