Symbolic politics
In light of the rise in hate speech against migrants and people of color across Europe, understanding the significance of symbols becomes paramount. Moreover, public debates concerning online hate speech propagate through a multi-layered, multi-platform system, which includes traditional political and media actors, as well as online spaces dominated by political influencers. How are symbols of popular culture, class, identity, and narratives of national legacies used to construct different sides of conflict in this political debate? How do traditional communicators use symbols differently compared to political influencers?
May 1, 2024
Historical states
This work stems from the LEGACIES project at NTNU. With the help of NLP techniques I extract information on historical polities in Africa and Asia between 1750 and 1920. Together with Christoffer Wold Andersen, we investigate the impact of persistent and non-persistent institutions on contemporary political outcomes, as shaped by historical states.
Jan 13, 2023
Cultural resonance
Processes of cultural resonance are explored within the realm of political and media communication, drawing on insights from semiotics, cultural studies, and social psychology. Cultural resonance, identified as a key factor in the effectiveness of messages, is unpacked through an analysis of cultural symbols and values expressed in social media posts, collectively termed as cultural carriers.
Feb 1, 2019