Replication Data for: Bread and Circuses: Sports and Public Opinion in China

Sports victory constitutes an important part of propaganda in authoritarian states. The heavy investment in sports industries and sports culture in China illustrates the political importance of sports. However, few studies have systematically examined the exact impact of sports propaganda on public opinion and how sports compare with other types of propaganda. Using a survey experiment conducted in two Chinese cities, this article finds that sports programming has significant positive effects on general satisfaction and compliance with the local government. These results expand on the small but growing literature on the effect of sports on political opinions and help detail the specific ways in which sports can affect political attitudes.