religion
The Emotional Dynamics of Religious Populism: A Critical Examination
“Populist rhetoric often relies on emotional appeals, particularly through the use of religious narratives that amplify feelings of fear, anger and moral superiority, thus strengthening the bond between populist leaders and their followers.” — Paul A. Taggart In contemporary global politics, religious populism has emerged as a significant force, with political leaders increasingly drawing on...
Polish Abortion Laws and Christist Patriarchy
On 22 October 2020, the highest court in Poland ruled that abortions violate the Polish constitution and should only be allowed to be carried out in extreme cases, such as rape. Nationally and internationally, the ruling was met with great outrage, leading to Poland’s biggest protests since the 1980’s. Especially women’s rights activists around the...
