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New research reveals people aged under 35 are more likely to believe conspiracy theories due to political alienation and low self-esteem.
Young people want to get involved with politics – but they’re held back by a vast sense of distrust.
Research shows that when abortion rights are on the ballot, democracy wins − including in the US.
Social inclusion gives slum dwellers a voice to advocate for their rights and interests, leading to more inclusive and equitable policies and practices.
It’s not just polarization that’s driving voters’ malaise − it’s something else, which carries a stark warning for the health of American democracy.
Watching a woman character star in a fictional political TV drama can spark viewers, particularly women, to vote, campaign for a politician or find other ways to become involved in politics.
A survey of over 600 teens and young adults across India found boys are more politically engaged than girls and also less aware of the barriers women face to becoming active in politics.
New Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has pledged to ‘change the way’ we do politics and ‘rebuild respect’. An expert on political participation explains what to do next.
Political social responsibility has benefits for parties and candidates across the political spectrum.
Digital artwork has helped campaigns such as the #ClimateStrikeOnline thrive on social media. Through three examples, I explore why digital arts can sustain political engagement amid the pandemic.
Take a fresh look at graffiti: even seemingly simple scribbles can hold political and social significance.
A national survey reveals a low level of interest in this kind of political activity.
Youth participation in elections and governance processes in Zimbabwe is low.
Saudi Arabia is the most recent country to grant women the vote. Pakistan has some serious work to do. And Vatican City really needs to get with the programme.
Researchers spoke to young Muslims about how they engage with politics and their community.
Acts of arson by Kenyan high school students have been characterised as ‘mindless hooliganism’. But research shows that students are actually engaging in purposeful, reasoned political action.
The Labour leadership contest is discussed as though people inside and outside the party were a different species.
Morale may be low among parliamentarians, but newly released accounts offer reasons to be cheerful.
The involvement of youth in politics suggests politicians are not tackling issues of concern to young people.
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Professor of Comparative Political Science and Democracy Research at the Humboldt University Berlin; Associate of the Sydney Democracy Network, University of Sydney; Director of Research Unit Democracy: Structures, Performance, Challenges, WZB Berlin Social Science Center.
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