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Politics Journal @politicsjournal.bsky.social · 1d

International Workshop organized by Politics @polstudiesassoc.bsky.social @sagepub.com on Polarization in Contemporary Politics, Lisbon (9–10 December). Seeking new perspectives or evidence on the causes, occurrence and consequences of polarization.
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Politics Journal @politicsjournal.bsky.social · 4d

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Politics Journal @politicsjournal.bsky.social · 4d

3/4. The findings reveal a strategic instrumentalisation: PRRPs loudly oppose political transnationalism (like diaspora votes for Erdoğan) to fuel their anti-immigrant agenda, while simultaneously appealing to migrant groups who are critical of their homeland government.

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Politics Journal @politicsjournal.bsky.social · 4d

2/4. The article explores how far-right parties weaponise migrants’ homeland politics to advance anti-immigrant agendas.

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Politics Journal @politicsjournal.bsky.social · 4d

1/4. ** New Article Alert!

"Instrumentalisation of political transnationalism for anti-immigrant purposes: A comparative analysis on the Alternative for Germany and the Party for Freedom", by Efe C. Özek

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Politics Journal @politicsjournal.bsky.social · 11d

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Politics Journal @politicsjournal.bsky.social · 11d

3/4. Surprisingly, repositioning to the median voter's position did not increase support. But moving away from any voter's position hurt. The takeaway? Consistently supporting a non-median immigration policy was a better strategy than flip-flopping to the middle.

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Politics Journal @politicsjournal.bsky.social · 11d

2/4. Tested this by placing candidates & voters on the same scale (using asylum seeker numbers). Candidates randomly repositioned to the center, extremes, or stayed consistent. Key finding: Consistency is a superpower. It boosts favorability with voters who agree with you.

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Politics Journal @politicsjournal.bsky.social · 11d

1/4. ** New Article Alert!
"Policy proximity and candidate repositioning: The value of consistency," by Andrew Gooch

Do candidates gain more by "flip-flopping" to the center or by sticking to their principles? This study provides causal evidence.

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Politics Journal @politicsjournal.bsky.social · 14d

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Global Britain and the dark side of civility: Monarchy and the legacy of colonialism - Ben Wellings, Matteo Bonotti, Steven T Zech, 2025

This article analyses instances of civility and incivility towards the British monarchy at the time of the death of Elizabeth II and the ascension and coronatio...

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Politics Journal @politicsjournal.bsky.social · 14d

3/4. Challenging conventional wisdom, the article argues that impolite or uncivil acts can sometimes advance moral civility by confronting the oppressive legacies embedded in “civil” norms. Yet, leaders critical of institutions often walk a fine line between dissent and duty.

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Politics Journal @politicsjournal.bsky.social · 14d

2/4. The article analyses the (in)civility surrounding Queen Elizabeth II's death & King Charles III's coronation. It unpacks three dimensions of civility — politeness, moral civility, and justificatory civility — and analyses controversies across the UK, Australia, and the Caribbean.

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Politics Journal @politicsjournal.bsky.social · 14d

1/4. New article out now: "Global Britain and the dark side of civility: Monarchy and the legacy of colonialism", by by Ben Wellings, Matteo Bonotti, and Steven T Zech.
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Politics Journal @politicsjournal.bsky.social · 15d

3/3. The main findings:
- Most departments have made at least one outward-facing change in the last 5 years.
- The most common motivation? Boosting student enrollment.
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Politics Journal @politicsjournal.bsky.social · 15d

2/3. This article examines how Political Science & Global Studies departments have responded, from renaming departments to revising majors and concentrations, to attract more students.

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Politics Journal @politicsjournal.bsky.social · 15d

1/3. ** New Article Alert!

"Time for a rebrand?" by Amy Skoll & Christopher Chiego explores how college departments in the California State University system are reinventing themselves amid the U.S. higher ed enrollment crisis.

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Politics Journal @politicsjournal.bsky.social · 20d

All those interested must submit their abstracts until 30 September 2025 using the link below:
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Politics Journal @politicsjournal.bsky.social · 20d

We welcome papers that examine:

1. The adaptation of populist rhetoric & style in government
2. Emotional interpellation and identity formation from office
3. Policy-making through a populist logic
4. Navigating institutional constraints and building

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Politics Journal @politicsjournal.bsky.social · 20d

Call for Papers🚨

How do populists govern once in office?

PSA Specialist Group on Populism and Politics journal invite abstracts for joint panel at PSA Annual Conference 2026. Moving beyond simplistic narratives, we explore populism’s nuanced realities in power.

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Politics Journal @politicsjournal.bsky.social · 22d

3/3. However, referencing a "shadowy cabal" can make populist communication more effective, but only when factors like demographics & political orientation are A nuanced look at Kenyan politics!
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Politics Journal @politicsjournal.bsky.social · 22d

2/3. Key Finding: Contrary to Global North studies, populist conspiracy theories do not have strong, direct mobilizing effects on the Kenyan public. Exposure alone doesn't independently drive political engagement.

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Politics Journal @politicsjournal.bsky.social · 22d

1/3. We're thrilled to announce the publication of: Populism and Conspiracy Theories: Exploring Political Effects in Kenya" by Gilbert Kipkoech, investigating the impact of populist conspiratorial messaging on political engagement in Kenya.
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Politics Journal @politicsjournal.bsky.social · 23d

🎉 Award-Winning Article! 🎉
We're thrilled to announce that "Economic development, corruption, and income inequality" by Mathew Y H Wong has won the 2025 Politics Prize for Best Publication!
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Politics Journal @politicsjournal.bsky.social · Sep 9

🏆 2025 Jacqui Briggs Prize winner: Siobhan O’Neill.

Huge congrats to Siobhan O’Neill for her vital work: "Decolonising politics curricula: Exploring the experiences and views of racially minoritised students."

Awarded by @polstudiesassoc.bsky.social @PSA_LTN.

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Politics Journal @politicsjournal.bsky.social · Sep 5

An exciting talk about the benefits of policy field trips in teaching European politics at PSA #Teaching & #Learning Network Conference @polstudiesassoc.bsky.social @royalholloway.bsky.social by @gbenedetto.bsky.social#

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