Arlie Hochschild on Trump Voters, Old and New (Rerun)
The Good Fight
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Understanding Support for Populism: Emotional Narratives and Rationalizations
This chapter explores the psychological and emotional motivations behind support for populist leaders like Donald Trump, emphasizing how individuals justify flawed character traits in such candidates. It examines how feelings of lost pride and narratives of injustice influence political loyalties, particularly within right-leaning groups.
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