The Whistles of George Wallace: Gender and Emotions in the 1968 Presidential Campaign
Gender and emotions are important factors in the rise of modern U.S. conservatism. This article examines the 1968 presidential election as a pivotal moment in the development of the New Right. During that campaign, George Wallace practiced a masculine political style that evoked an emotional respons...
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The Whistles of George Wallace: Gender and Emotions in the 1968 Presidential Campaign |
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European Journal of American Studies |
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Gender and emotions are important factors in the rise of modern U.S. conservatism. This article examines the 1968 presidential election as a pivotal moment in the development of the New Right. During that campaign, George Wallace practiced a masculine political style that evoked an emotional response from anxious voters who felt alienated and angry. Wallace set the stage for a conservative political strategy that remains effective until this day. |
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