Administrative burden, social construction, and public support for government programs

Administrative burden imposes costs on citizens as they interact with government. A high level of administrative in programs is linked to negative outcomes for those engaging the policy, such reduced take-up. However, despite effects, mass public often supportive greater government programs, and research suggests that levels can increase favorability toward social at least some individuals. these attitudes may be affected by how target populations associated are socially constructed. In this paper, we explore whether effect information about low program approval influenced construction participants. Using a survey experiment, examine relationship between differs across well different types applicants. Our results suggest varies participants, providing insight into role support aid.