References

Original Reference: Carrieri, V., Madio, L. and Principe, F. (2019), ‘Vaccine hesitancy and (fake) news: Quasi‐experimental evidence from Italy’, Health Economics, Vol. 28, No. 11, pp. 1377–1382. Conference on the Future of Europe (2022), Report on the final outcome, European Commission, Brussels.

Brief Summary: The article examines policy experimentation in smart cities and rural areas, focusing on how innovative policy frameworks can drive regional transformation. Implications: The PoliRuralPlus pilots can use policy experimentation to address regional challenges, incorporating innovative governance practices in rural areas. Recommendations: Foster pilot projects and regional action plans that encourage innovation in rural governance, smart rural-urban connections, and sustainable development.

URL: Policy and Society

Original Reference: Devine, D., Gaskell, J., Jennings, W. and Stoker, G. (2021), ‘Trust and the coronavirus pandemic: What are the consequences of and for trust? An early review of the literature’, Political Studies Review, Vol. 19, No. 2, pp. 274–285

Brief Summary: This paper discusses how political decisions during crises (such as pandemics) affect rural and urban areas. RAPs should focus on creating resilient governance frameworks that can respond flexibly to crises while maintaining rural-urban connections. PoliRuralPlus can integrate these strategies for resilience-building in pilot regions.

URL: https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10.1177/1478929920948684

Original Reference: Esaiasson, P., Sohlberg, J., Ghersetti, M. and Johansson, B. (2020), ‘How the coronavirus crisis affects citizen trust in government institutions and in unknown others – Evidence from “the Swedish Experiment”’, SocArXiv, 30 April

Brief Summary: This paper explores the relationship between political participation and regional development in Europe. RAPs should aim to enhance political engagement at the local level, particularly in rural areas, to ensure inclusive decision-making. PoliRuralPlus pilots can adopt participatory governance models to strengthen regional governance and cohesion.

URL: https://ejpr.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/1475-6765.12419

Original Reference: Kernell, S. (1978), ‘Explaining presidential popularity’, American Political Science Review, Vol. 72, pp. 506–522

Brief Summary: This study explores how political narratives shape public perception in rural contexts. PoliRuralPlus could use this insight to craft more effective communication strategies in rural-urban linkages.

URL: https://www.cambridge.org/core/journals/american-political-science-review/article/abs/explainingpresidential-popularity-how-ad-hoc-theorizing-misplaced-emphasis-and-insufficient-care-inmeasuring-ones-variables-refuted-common-sense-and-led-conventional-wisdom-down-the-path-ofanomalies/44801FBB11E5FE284D5139F009D8B74E

Original Reference: Margalit, Y. (2019), ‘Political responses to economic shocks’, Annual Review of Political Science, Vol. 22, pp. 277–295.

Brief Summary: Analyzes how governance frameworks affect citizen participation. PoliRuralPlus should adopt participatory governance models in RAPs to ensure broad stakeholder engagement in rural-urban policy implementation.

URL: https://www.annualreviews.org/content/journals/10.1146/annurev-polisci-050517-110713

Original Reference: Erhardt, J., Freitag, M., Filsinger, M. and Wamsler, S. (2021), ‘The emotional foundations of political support: How fear and anger affect trust in the government in times of the COVID‐19 pandemic’, Swiss Political Science Review, Vol. 27, No. 2, pp. 339–352

Brief Summary: This paper examines the relationship between economic inequality and political trust in Europe. RAPs should focus on reducing inequalities between rural and urban regions through inclusive development policies. PoliRuralPlus pilots can use these insights to enhance social cohesion and build trust in regional governance frameworks.

URL: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1111/spsr.12462

Original Reference: Levi, M. and Stoker, L. (2000), ‘Political trust and trustworthiness’, Annual Review of Political Science, Vol. 3, pp. 475–507

Brief Summary: Explores how trustworthiness in governance shapes public participation in urban-rural policies. PoliRuralPlus should focus on building trust through reliable and inclusive governance mechanisms.

URL: https://www.scribd.com/document/298153743/Levi-y-Stroker-2000-Political-Trust-and-Trustworthiness

Original Reference: Armingeon, K. and Ceka, B. (2014), ‘The loss of trust in the European Union during the great recession since 2007: The role of heuristics from the national political system’, European Union Politics, Vol. 15, No. 1, pp. 82– 107.

Brief Summary: Explores socioeconomic dynamics between rural and urban areas. Recommends PoliRuralPlus pilots focus on socioeconomic inclusivity and enhancing employment opportunities across rural-urban networks.

URL: OSF.io Preprint

Original Reference: Dhanani, L. Y. and Franz, B. (2020), ‘The role of news consumption and trust in public health leadership in shaping COVID-19 knowledge and prejudice’, Frontiers in Psychology, Vol. 11, p. 2812

Brief Summary: This study examines the psychological effects of migration between rural and urban areas. RAPs should address the social and mental health challenges associated with migration, ensuring better social integration and support systems, especially in rural areas—a critical issue for PoliRuralPlus's social inclusion strategies.

URL: https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/psychology/articles/10.3389/fpsyg.2020.560828/full

Original Reference: Battiston, P., Kashvap, R. and Rotondi, V. (2021), ‘Reliance on scientists and experts during an epidemic: Evidence from the COVID-19 outbreak in Italy’, SSM – Population Health, Vol. 13, No. 100721.

Brief Summary: Analyzes public economics and its role in regional development. Recommendation: PoliRuralPlus should incorporate public investment strategies aimed at developing infrastructure and services in rural areas, ensuring better integration with urban economies and enhancing rural resilience through diversified economic opportunities.

URL: IDEAS RePEc

Original Reference: Lazarus, J. V., Ratzan, S. C., Palayew, A., Lawrence, O., Gostin, H. J., Larson, K. R. et al (2021), ‘A global survey of potential acceptance of a COVID-19 vaccine’, Nature Medicine, Vol. 27, pp. 225–228

Brief Summary: Examines the global public health response to COVID-19. PoliRuralPlus RAPs can focus on building resilient healthcare infrastructures, especially in rural regions vulnerable to pandemics.

URL: https://www.nature.com/articles/s41591-020-1124-9

Original Reference: Landivar, L. C., Ruppanner, L., Scarborough, W. J. and Collins, C. (2020), ‘Early signs indicate that COVID-19 is exacerbating gender inequality in the labor force’, Socius, Vol. 6, No. 2378023120947997

Brief Summary: Examines the link between public health and environmental factors. RAPs can integrate better environmental management in rural-urban linkages to improve health outcomes in PoliRuralPlus pilots.

URL: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34192138/

Original Reference: Siegrist, M., Luchsinger, L. and Bearth, A. (2021), ‘The impact of trust and risk perception on the acceptance of measures to reduce COVID-19 cases’, Risk Analysis, Vol. 41, No. 5, pp. 787–800

Brief Summary: Discusses the public health challenges unique to rural areas. Implications: Rural health services are critical for maintaining the well-being of rural populations. Recommendations: RAPs should include provisions for improving healthcare access and infrastructure in rural regions.

URL: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33438218/

Original Reference: Vinck, P., Pham, P. N., Bindu, K. K., Bedford, J. and Nilles, E. J. (2019), ‘Institutional trust and misinformation in the response to the 2018–19 Ebola outbreak in North Kivu, DR Congo: A population-based survey’, Lancet Infectious Diseases, Vol. 19, No. 5, pp. 529–536.

Brief Summary: Analyzes public health's impact on rural-urban development. Recommendations: Health infrastructure should be a core focus in RAPs, ensuring equitable access to healthcare services in rural areas to prevent migration and support rural sustainability.

URL: https://www.thelancet.com/pdfs/journals/laninf/PIIS1473-3099(19)30063-5.pdf

Original Reference: Troiano, G. and Nardi, A. (2021), ‘Vaccine hesitancy in the era of COVID-19’, Public Health, Vol. 194, pp. 245–251

Brief Summary: This study assesses the public health implications of urbanization, focusing on how rural populations are affected by urban expansion and the increased movement between regions. Implication: PoliRuralPlus can explore better integration of healthcare services between urban and rural areas, addressing inequalities in healthcare access due to urban-centric policies.

URL: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33965796/

Original Reference: Karafillakis, E., Simas, C., Jarrett, C., Verger, P., PerettiWatel, P., Dib, F. et al (2019), ‘HPV vaccination in a context of public mistrust and uncertainty: A systematic literature review of determinants of HPV vaccine hesitancy in Europe’, Human Vaccines and Immunotherapeutics, Vol. 15, No. 7–8, pp. 1615–1627

Brief Summary: This review focuses on HPV vaccination hesitancy, highlighting the role of public trust in health policies. For RAPs, building trust through inclusive public health campaigns can improve healthcare outcomes in rural-urban contexts.

URL: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/330333098_HPV_vaccination_in_a_context_of_public_mistrust_and_uncertainty

Original Reference: Cook, K. S., Hardin, R. and Levi, M. (2005), Cooperation without trust? Russell Sage, New York.

Brief Summary: This paper explores how political opinions and polarization differ between rural and urban regions, impacting governance and collaboration. Implications: Political polarization can hinder rural-urban cooperation on policy initiatives. Recommendations: Promote inclusive governance and dialogue in regional action plans, encouraging rural and urban stakeholders to work together on common goals. Develop communication strategies that bridge political divides and foster trust between rural and urban communities to improve collaboration on shared challenges.

URL: Public Opinion and Political Polarization

Original Reference: Filsinger, M., Freitag, M., Erhardt, J. and Wamsler, S. (2021), ‘Rally around your fellows: Information and social trust in a real-world experiment during the corona crisis’, The Social Science Journal, pp. 1–15, published online

Brief Summary: Examines social cohesion and collective action during crises, focusing on the pandemic's effects. Implications: Highlights how community solidarity can mitigate crisis impacts, including in rural areas. Recommendations: RAPs should encourage community-based solutions and collective action in rural regions.

URL: Rally Around Your Fellows

Original Reference: Kritzinger, S., Foucault, M., Lachat, R., Partheymüller, J., Plescia, C. and Brouard, S. (2021), ‘“Rally round the flag”: The COVID-19 crisis and trust in the national government’, West European Politics, Vol. 44, No. 5–6, pp. 1205–1231

Brief Summary: This study investigates the increase in government trust during the COVID-19 crisis, known as the "rally-round-the-flag" effect. For PoliRuralPlus, building trust through effective crisis management can foster stronger governance in rural-urban regions​(

URL: https://ucrisportal.univie.ac.at/en/publications/rally-round-the-flag-the-covid-19-crisis-and-trust-inthe-nationa

Original Reference: Easton, D. (1975), ‘A re-assessment of the concept of political support’, British Journal of Political Science, Vol. 5, No. 4, pp. 435–457

Brief Summary: This paper reexamines political support in governance. RAPs should focus on enhancing trust and engagement between rural and urban stakeholders, ensuring inclusive governance and participatory decision-making processes. PoliRuralPlus can incorporate this into its pilots to foster stronger stakeholder collaboration in regional planning.

URL: https://www.cambridge.org/core/journals/british-journal-of-politicalscience/article/abs/reassessment-of-the-concept-of-politicalsupport/AB4247844AE98071637EEE4701B171C7