New study links identity politics to lower mental well-being among progressives

The Mental Health Divide and the Rise of Identity Politics For more than a decade, social scientists and public health experts have observed a widening chasm in the psychological well-being…

The M&M’s Mascot Makeover: A Deep Dive into Corporate Branding, Gender Politics, and the Unfolding Culture Wars

Over the course of the past year, M&M’s mascots have found themselves at the epicenter of a swirling public discourse, dominating news cycles, social media feeds, and even featuring prominently…

The M&M’s Mascot Controversy: A Deep Dive into Brand Evolution, Gender Politics, and the Culture Wars

Over the course of the past year, M&M’s mascots have found themselves at the center of a swirling maelstrom of news cycles, social media debates, and even Super Bowl commercials,…

Politics of Envy? Meritocracy Beliefs, Not Envy, Drive Support for Redistribution

A comprehensive research project published in the Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin has challenged a long-standing political narrative by suggesting that public support for wealth redistribution is fundamentally rooted in…