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The representational dynamics of a given contested space in which social agents and institutions interact to commodify cultural identity for touristic purposes is examined with the help of a symbolic interactionist perspective. The impending gentrification directed social agents residing in Humboldt Park in locating their neighborhood's cultural identity is investigated using interviews as well as direct observation and formal conversations.

The political dimensions of American evangelical pilgrimages to Israel are examined using the data triangulation methodological technique. Based on data, insights are provided into how pilgrims use tourism to promote their theological visions that have political ramifications to the host country, and how the political circumstances in the state of Israel foster a significant relationship between an extreme right party from Israel and the pilgrims.