How do intimate relationships shape patronage networks, favoritism, and cohesion within elite political circles? Patronage refers to the relationship between an individual who has power (the patron)...
Relationships Among Leaders
Leaders are often involved in intimate relationships that intersect with issues of loyalty, obedience, and patronage networks. These intersections can have significant...
Intimate Betrayals and Political Networks
Politics is a complex and ever-changing field that requires intense emotional investment from those involved. Relationships between politicians can be...
When it comes to politics, there is nothing more important than trust and loyalty among those involved. When a breach of trust occurs, however, even something seemingly small can have far-reaching...
Leaders' sexual habits play a significant role in shaping patronage networks and clientelistic systems. These are the systems that rely on the distribution of favors, resources, and privileges among...
Historical queer women's networks were able to navigate secrecy, political engagement, and social cohesion by utilizing various strategies that have been lost over time. These networks formed around...
Radical queer philosophy is an approach to thinking about sex, gender, sexuality, eroticism, and intimacy that emphasizes the importance of challenging dominant discourses, structures, and systems of...
In this paper, I will discuss how participation in supportive networks can lead to improved ethical reasoning, relational quality, and personal empowerment.
I will define these terms and provide...
Digital anthropology is a field that studies human behavior in virtual spaces, such as social media, online forums, and video games. It explores how people interact with each other, form communities,...
Queer communities are groups of individuals who identify themselves outside of traditional gender norms and sexual orientations. These communities often face discrimination and marginalization from...