Nasty Politics

Nasty Politics explores why politicians across the US, Ukraine, and Israel often resort to insults, accusations, and intimidation, despite public disapproval. Drawing on various research methods, Thomas Zeitzoff examines how such tactics can signal toughness to voters, especially in turbulent times, and their impact on political behavior and violence. The book offers a compelling theory on the rise of abrasive politics in democratic societies and its influence on political leadership.