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Excerpt - Richard Seymour on the US election and Trump redux (part one)

Politics Theory Other

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Political Emotion and the Search for Meaning in Elections

This chapter delves into the emotional dynamics of political campaigns during the US election, highlighting the aggressive appeal of one candidate and its unifying effect on supporters. It examines the role of a common enemy in political discourse and underscores the need for deeper purpose beyond mere material support.

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