Month: November 2023

Content Try to counter the content of an argument with sloganeers of populist theories. As the arguments of right-wing populists are often similar, you can actually practice. Example:  “The money goes to the refugees, and ‘our’ homeless get nothing.” Possible argumentation: The two topics are not related, an apparent connection is only propagated by right-wing […]

Rhetorics Let´s practice! 1) Say out loud the following phrases, you can record it and see if you find yourself convincing enough. 2) In a next step, practice in front of a mirror. Repeat this exercise until you are satisfied and find yourself convincing.

Communication Even if you will never agree with a populist sloganeers’ opinion, you should take your interlocutors seriously as human beings, remain polite, and do not devalue others because they have different political views. However, when it comes to the substance of the matter, try to be consistent, advocating your positions with good arguments. To […]

When to intervene, and when not to intervene When to intervene … While it may be impossible to change the mind of the sloganeer themselves, engaging in the discussion serves a broader purpose. By intervening and offering alternative perspectives, it is possible to prevent others from blindly adopting the populist opinion. This is particularly important […]

Author: University of Aveiro Europe, once considered a continent of unity and cooperation, has found itself grappling with several simmering conflicts in recent years. The ongoing disputes between Cyprus and Turkey, the now reissued Israel-Palestine conflict as well as the 2021 brought-forward war between Ukraine and Russia, have not only created regional tensions but also […]

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