21min chapter

Plain English with Derek Thompson cover image

Why the "Need for Chaos" Is Eating American Politics

Plain English with Derek Thompson

CHAPTER

Unveiling the 'Need for Chaos' Mentality in American Politics

Exploring a research study uncovering a group with a deep-rooted 'need for chaos' mentality in American politics. The chapter delves into how this group's nihilistic sentiments, distrust of elites, and dominance-oriented traits manifest in online discussions, conspiracy theories, and political behavior. Guest Michael Bang Peterson discusses the darker aspects of political psychology, highlighting the prevalence of this mentality across the political spectrum.

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