The motivations behind grievance politics
Channel: Cogitatio Press
Date: 2023-06-20

In this episode, we explore the psychology of "the angry citizen" and the role of resentment in grievance politics. With Tereza Capelos (University of Birmingham, UK), we examine how ressentiment transforms grievances into moral indignation and destructive anger, highlighting key psychological markers and defense mechanisms. We also gain insights into the complex world of grievance politics and the transformative power of ressentiment.

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