The book ultimately concludes that repressive political environments, particularly the systematic authoritarian practices by state security agencies against political activists, are largely responsible for radicalization. Abusive state practices traumatized the activists and created a litany of unsettled grievances without recourse, giving rise to a formidable desire for revenge against those who violated them – both individuals and the institutions they represent.
The book ultimately concludes that repressive political environments, particularly the systematic authoritarian practices by state security agencies against political activists, are largely responsible for radicalization. Abusive state practices traumatized the activists and created a litany of unsettled grievances without recourse, giving rise to a formidable desire for revenge against those who violated them – both individuals and the institutions they represent.
Bleeding Hearts: From Passionate Activism to Violent Insurgency in Egypt
146Bleeding Hearts: From Passionate Activism to Violent Insurgency in Egypt
146Product Details
ISBN-13: | 9781793613066 |
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Publisher: | Lexington Books |
Publication date: | 04/12/2023 |
Pages: | 146 |
Product dimensions: | 5.94(w) x 9.02(h) x 0.37(d) |