The Politics of Denial

The Politics of Denial
Michael A. Milburn (Author), Sheree D. Conrad (Author)
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Propaganda & Political Psychology

Anger and resentment appear to be playing an increasingly important role in politics, as evidenced by the vociferous opposition to welfare, abortion, and immigrants, and by the rise of the radical Religious Right. The Politics of Denial presents a compelling explanation of these phenomena, providing solid empirical evidence for the role of rigid, harsh childrearing practices in the creation of punitive, authoritarian adult political attitudes. The authors show how political processes in the United States are distorted by the unresolved negative emotions (such as fear, anger, and helplessness) that remain from punitive parenting, and by the politicians and conservative religious leaders who exploit those emotions. Among the many public figures discussed are Patrick Buchanan, Newt Gingrich, Ronald Reagan, and Billy Graham.

• Rank: #102290 in Books
• Published on: 1998-01-09
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Dimensions: 9.02" h x .67" w x 5.98" l, .95 pounds
• Binding: Paperback
• 302 pages

Description #1 by Biblio.com:

Cambridge MA: MIT Press 1996. Hardcover in black cloth boards in red illus jacket. First Thus. As New/As New. A book about the force of denial in our lives and in our politics. Perfect copy of hardcover 1st. 6-1/4 x 9-1/4 292 pp index references notes appendix.

Description #2 by Eruditor.com:

Mit Press | 1998 | 304 pages | ISBN-13: 9780262631846 | ISBN-10: 0262631849 | You save 20%

Description #3 by Barnes & Noble:

Categories: Arab-Israeli conflict, Israel-Arab War, 1948-1949, Israel->Politics and government->20th century. Contributors: Nur Masalha - Author. Format: Paperback