Books matching: emotional narratives of conservative individuals
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Save:A thought-provoking and compassionate exploration of political identity - essential reading for anyone who wants a window into America's growing divide, even if it doesn't offer easy answers.
Arlie Russell Hochschild, a sociologist from UC Berkeley, delves into the world of conservative right-wing individuals in Louisiana, aiming to understand their beliefs and deep stories. Through her immersive research, she uncovers the resentment, anger, and feelings of being left behind that drive the political ideologies of Tea Party members and Trump supporters. The book explores the paradox of individuals in a heavily polluted state vehemently opposing environmental protection measures, shedding light on the emotional and ideological factors that shape their views on politics and society.
When I began this research five years ago, I was becoming alarmed at the increasingly hostile split in our nation between two political camps. To many on the left, the Republican Party and Fox News se...2016•394 pages
