Gilligan, James, M.D.
Why Some Politicians Are More Dangerous Than Others
- ISBN 13:
- 9780745649825
- author:
- Gilligan, James, M.D.
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Polity Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2013
- Pages:
- 229
- Dimensions:
- 21.01 x 14.2 x 1.75 centimetres
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Politics, General,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The relationship between politics and violence has long been a topic of concern. Research by James Gilligan reveals a striking pattern: when conservative parties gain the presidency in the United States, rates of violent death skyrocket. This phenomenon is linked to rising levels of social and economic distress, including unemployment, poverty, and homelessness. Gilligan's analysis spans over a century, from 1900, when vital statistics began to be compiled. The findings have significant implications for countries that claim to value democracy, civility, and humanity. By examining this pattern, readers can gain insight into the potential consequences of political ideologies on public health and well-being. This book offers a path-breaking account of a phenomenon with far-reaching implications for democratic societies.
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