America The Fearful
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America The Fearful
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Author : Benjamin Radford
language : en
Publisher: McFarland
Release Date : 2022-04-21
America The Fearful written by Benjamin Radford and has been published by McFarland this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2022-04-21 with Social Science categories.
National panics about crime, immigrants, police, and societal degradation have been pervasive in the United States of the 21st century. Many of these fears begin as mere phantom fears, but are systematically amplified by social media, news media, bad actors and even well-intentioned activists. There are numerous challenges facing the U.S., but Americans must sort through which fears are legitimate threats and which are amplified exaggerations. This book examines the role of fear in national panics and addresses why many Americans believe the country is in horrible shape and will continue to deteriorate (despite contradictory evidence). Political polarization, racism, sexism, economic inequality, and other social issues are examined. Combining media literacy, folklore, investigative journalism, psychology, neuroscience, and critical thinking approaches, this book reveals the powerful role that fear plays in clouding perceptions about the U.S. It not only records the repercussions of this toxic phenomenon, but also offers evidence-based solutions.
America The Fearful
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Author : Benjamin Radford
language : en
Publisher: McFarland
Release Date : 2022-04-18
America The Fearful written by Benjamin Radford and has been published by McFarland this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2022-04-18 with Social Science categories.
National panics about crime, immigrants, police, and societal degradation have been pervasive in the United States of the 21st century. Many of these fears begin as mere phantom fears, but are systematically amplified by social media, news media, bad actors and even well-intentioned activists. There are numerous challenges facing the U.S., but Americans must sort through which fears are legitimate threats and which are amplified exaggerations. This book examines the role of fear in national panics and addresses why many Americans believe the country is in horrible shape and will continue to deteriorate (despite contradictory evidence). Political polarization, racism, sexism, economic inequality, and other social issues are examined. Combining media literacy, folklore, investigative journalism, psychology, neuroscience, and critical thinking approaches, this book reveals the powerful role that fear plays in clouding perceptions about the U.S. It not only records the repercussions of this toxic phenomenon, but also offers evidence-based solutions.
Fear Itself
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Author : Christopher D. Bader
language : en
Publisher: NYU Press
Release Date : 2020-03-03
Fear Itself written by Christopher D. Bader and has been published by NYU Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020-03-03 with Religion categories.
An antidote to the culture of fear that dominates modern life From moral panics about immigration and gun control to anxiety about terrorism and natural disasters, Americans live in a culture of fear. While fear is typically discussed in emotional or poetic terms—as the opposite of courage, or as an obstacle to be overcome—it nevertheless has very real consequences in everyday life. Persistent fear negatively effects individuals’ decision-making abilities and causes anxiety, depression, and poor physical health. Further, fear harms communities and society by corroding social trust and civic engagement. Yet politicians often effectively leverage fears to garner votes and companies routinely market unnecessary products that promise protection from imagined or exaggerated harms. Drawing on five years of data from the Chapman Survey of American Fears—which canvasses a random, national sample of adults about a broad range of fears—Fear Itself offers new insights into what people are afraid of and how fear affects their lives. The authors also draw on participant observation with Doomsday preppers and conspiracy theorists to provide fascinating narratives about subcultures of fear. Fear Itself is a novel, wide-ranging study of the social consequences of fear, ultimately suggesting that there is good reason to be afraid of fear itself.
American Fear
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Author : Peter N. Stearns
language : en
Publisher: Routledge
Release Date : 2012-09-10
American Fear written by Peter N. Stearns and has been published by Routledge this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-09-10 with History categories.
Americans have become excessively fearful, and manipulation through fear has become a significant problem in American society, with real impact on policy. By using data from 9/11, this book makes a distinctive contribution to the exploration of recent fear, but also by developing a historical perspective, the book shows how and why distinctive American fears have emerged over the past several decades.
Fortress America
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Author : Elaine Tyler May
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2017
Fortress America written by Elaine Tyler May and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017 with Crime categories.
An award-winning historian untangles the roots of America's culture of fear, and argues that it imperils our democracy For the last sixty years, fear has seeped into every area of American life: Americans own more guns than citizens of any other country, sequester themselves in gated communities, and retreat from public spaces. And yet, crime rates have plummeted, making life in America safer than ever. Why, then, are Americans so afraid-and where does this fear lead to' In this remarkable work of social history, Elaine Tyler May demonstrates how our obsession with security has made citizens fear each other and distrust the government, making America less safe and less democratic. Fortress America charts the rise of a muscular national culture, undercutting the common good. Instead of a thriving democracy of engaged citizens, we have become a paranoid, bunkered, militarized, and divided vigilante nation.
Ameriphobia
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Author : Robert George
language : en
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Release Date : 2017-01-16
Ameriphobia written by Robert George and has been published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017-01-16 with categories.
Americans are constantly being told to tolerate people from different cultures. The term Islamophobia is used to stigmatize and "guilt" Americans into believing that their fears about terrorism are a latent hatred of Islamic believers. Many conservative Americans are thought to be bigoted and irrational when it comes to their attitudes about race and religion. Conservatives are thought to be prejudiced against people of other religions because their cause is that of Christ rather than Allah. Yet, many Americans have a deep suspicion of Muslims. Are such fears rational or bigoted? This is a clearly important question. How do we define rational thinking when it is known that Islam has among its members some people openly desirous of destroying America and its values?
Fear And Crime In Latin America
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Author : Lucía Dammert
language : en
Publisher: Routledge
Release Date : 2012-10-02
Fear And Crime In Latin America written by Lucía Dammert and has been published by Routledge this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-10-02 with Political Science categories.
The feeling of insecurity is a little known phenomenon that has been only partially explored by social sciences. However, it has a deep social, cultural and economic impact and may even contribute to define the very structures of the state. In Latin America, fear of crime has become an important stumbling block in the region’s process of democratization. After long spells of dictatorships and civil wars, violence in the region was supposed to be under control yet crime rates have continued to skyrocket and citizens remain fearful. This analytical puzzle has troubled researchers and to date there is no publication which explores this problem. Based on a wealth of cutting edge qualitative and quantitative research, Lucía Dammert proposes a unique theoretical perspective which includes a sociological, criminological and political analysis to understand fear of crime. She describes its linkages to issues such as urban segregation, social attitudes, institutional trust, public policies and authoritarian discourses in Chile’s recent past. Looking beyond Chile, Dammert also includes a regional comparative perspective allowing readers to understand the complex elements underpinning this situation. Fear and Crime in Latin America challenges many assumptions and opens an opportunity to discuss an issue that affects everyone with key societal and personal costs. As crime rates increase and states become even more fragile, fear of crime as a social problem will continue to have an important impact in Latin America.
Politics Of Heaven
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Author : Earl Shorris
language : en
Publisher: National Geographic Books
Release Date : 2007-07-24
Politics Of Heaven written by Earl Shorris and has been published by National Geographic Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2007-07-24 with History categories.
An unsettling account of the events, ideas, and minds behind the nameless political movement that governs America today. The movement transcends political parties, has no formal structure, no acknowledged leaders, and no sworn loyalty except to God, whose will it interprets according to its fears and desires. Yet it is not an abstraction. It elects our presidents and legislatures and informs their decisions while in office.The movement started at the end of World War II when nuclear weapons, the Holocaust, and then the Cold War led to the fear of mass death that infected American views of justice, ethics, and global politics. It gradually replaced the New Deal.As conversations with religious and political leaders, churchgoers, and pollsters make clear, after 9/11 the nation became increasingly pessimistic. Americans more than ever embraced simplistic, self-serving solutions to questions of personal and national destiny.To regain the best in the American character, we must recognize the existence of a new national movement, define it, and learn how it grows. This book is a first step.
Fearful Hope
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Author : Christopher Kleinhenz
language : en
Publisher: Univ of Wisconsin Press
Release Date : 1999
Fearful Hope written by Christopher Kleinhenz and has been published by Univ of Wisconsin Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1999 with Religion categories.
Papers from conference "Waiting in Fearful Hope"--Madison, Wis., 21-24 September 1997.
From Fearful To Fear Free
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Author : Marty Becker
language : en
Publisher: Health Communications, Inc.
Release Date : 2018-04-17
From Fearful To Fear Free written by Marty Becker and has been published by Health Communications, Inc. this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-04-17 with Medical categories.
"Since pets communicate nonverbally, this book will help you recognize if your pet is suffering from [fear, anxiety, and stress]. By knowing your dog's body language, vocalizations, and changes in normal habits, you can make an accurate diagnosis and take action to prevent triggers or treat the fallout if they do happen"--Amazon.com.
