Critical thinking

Why do people become so radicalized?

Radicalization, especially in the political sphere, has become an increasingly prominent phenomenon in contemporary society. This process, which transforms individuals into staunch and uncompromising defenders of certain ideals, knows no ideological boundaries: it affects people across the political spectrum, fostering…

Is democracy the best political system?

The question of whether democracy is truly the best political system has fueled debate for centuries, drawing both ardent critics and defenders from philosophers, politicians, and thinkers across eras. The famous quote attributed to Winston Churchill, stating that democracy is…

Personal trauma and political preferences

The connection between personal trauma and political preferences is an area of growing interest within political psychology. Traumatic events—whether in childhood, adolescence, or adulthood—not only affect an individual’s emotional and mental stability but can also alter their perception of reality,…