Is “the flesh of populism” truly collective? Embodiment and personalization as the (neoliberal) nexus between populism and conspiracy theory
Key Points
Populism intertwines with conspiracy theory through embodiment, shaping collective identity—this relationship deepens the understanding of societal dynamics.
The connection between populism and conspiracy theory is highlighted by personalization, which modifies how people engage with political ideas instead of them being abstract.
Observational analysis of cultural narratives illustrates how neoliberal practices influence the rise of both populism and conspiracy thinking.
Understanding these links may provide insights into political behavior, underscoring the need for deeper investigation into cultural phenomena.
La « chair du populisme » est-elle vraiment collective ? Corps et personnalisation comme le nexus (néolibéral) entre populisme et théorie du complot | Synapse