Political Powerlessness of the Majority – Prof. Rainer Mausfeld

„70% of the population — namely the lower 70% on the income and wealth scale — have absolutely no influence on political decisions. Yes, it is no wonder that the population sinks into apathy and lethargy and then seeks refuge in some political positions with an ugly face, hoping that through them they can regain some influence at all.“

Prof. Rainer MausfeldProf. Rainer Mausfeld analyzes the political powerlessness of the lower 70% of the population on the income and wealth scale.
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Prof. Rainer Mausfeld is a German psychologist and professor of General Psychology, known for his critical analyses of power structures and media.

Prof. Mausfeld criticizes the political powerlessness of the majority of the population.


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Prof. Rainer Mausfeld teaches General Psychology and Cognitive Psychology at the University of Kiel. He has extensively studied mechanisms of manipulation, power, and ideology, and is regarded as a critical observer of the modern media landscape.

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