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Emotions, Activism, and Social Change - Deborah J. Cantrell

by Deborah J. Cantrell

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9781531031183
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Emotions, Activism, and Social Change Deborah J. Cantrell ISBN 9781531031183

Our society is witnessing a resurgence of social activism on a scale not seen since the 1960s. Activists passionately believe their efforts will create meaningful social change, yet many observers see these efforts as strident, disruptive, or ineffective. Emotions, Activism, and Social Change examines this tension, drawing on insights from sociology, social psychology, philosophy, and law and society.

The book focuses on anger, exploring competing perspectives on its role in activism. Activists often see anger as a powerful signal of moral urgency and commitment to their cause. Observers, however, frequently interpret the same anger as irrational, threatening, or counterproductive. This book demonstrates that these conflicting rules about anger are shaped by power dynamics, as well as social norms governing emotional labor across race, gender, and class.

Rather than centering solely on individual actors, the book situates emotional labor within complex networks of social relationships. This perspective reveals how activists can rethink the strategic use of anger and develop practices that more effectively support social change. Drawing on examples of legal and social reforms, Emotions, Activism, and Social Change illustrates how reimagined approaches to emotion can translate activist energy into meaningful societal impact.

Emotions, Activism, and Social Change Deborah J. Cantrell ISBN 9781531031183, 978-1531031183 & 9781531031190

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Deborah J. Cantrell

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