Examining Rural Rage and Political Behavior

This chapter delves into the scholarly debate over academic misusage regarding white rural rage and the semantic argument about the term 'rage' versus 'resentment' in a book title. It explores the identification of enraged and resentful groups, comparing radicalization in rural areas like Queen Creek, Arizona, and small towns like Waverly, Iowa, under the influence of globalization. Additionally, the chapter discusses the transformation in political behavior, focusing on the rise of radical right-wing sentiments, visual cues in rural communities, and the changing demographics in evangelical churches.