The authoritarian personality - why some voters feel drawn to populism and how to lure them away
Politics on the Couch
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Navigating Authoritarianism and Populism
The chapter explores the dynamics of authoritarian electoral strategies, emphasizing the balance between evoking belief and alleviating fear to prevent constant vigilance in politics. It discusses the activation of authoritarian predispositions by normative threats and the challenges of offering an alternative normative order in a polarized society. The importance of simplifying complex issues to promote unity and harmony, while addressing the need for constructive nationalism and societal integration, is also highlighted.
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