Intimate relationships have played an essential role in shaping elite collaboration, policy-making, and governance outcomes throughout history. The intimate connections between individuals who hold...
Sexual metaphors have been used for centuries to describe politics. From ancient Greek mythology to contemporary literature, sex has served as a powerful symbol for power dynamics between individuals...
Intimate betrayals can be a window into the inner workings of power dynamics and competing interests within political and governmental institutions. When people who are supposed to trust each other...
There is an abundant literature about political scandals involving individuals in high positions such as presidents, prime ministers, and members of parliament who are accused of immoral behavior...
How sexual scandals can be used to understand collective anxiety about morality and governance
Sexual scandals are more than just individual dramas that ruin lives and careers; they are also...
Eros has been one of the fundamental concepts in philosophy for centuries. It was first introduced by Plato in his work "The Symposium", where he argued that Eros is the highest form of love, and it...
Sexuality is an important part of human life that can be used for various purposes, including political power. This essay will explore how sexuality functions as a subtle instrument of governance in...
The interplay between a leader's sexual imagination and their public persona has been an intriguing subject of study for many scholars in various disciplines, including psychology, sociology,...
How does the interaction between desire, secrecy, and power create persistent ethical dilemmas in governance?
Desire is an essential component of human nature. It drives individuals to seek out...
Sexual discretion refers to the practice of keeping personal matters related to sexuality private, particularly when it comes to public figures who are in positions of power. This includes...