Name: The psychology of inequality and political division
Uploaded: 2020-09-14T15:26:17Z
Duration: 11 min 59 s
Description: "If we want to fix our politics, we have to do something about inequality," says social psychologist Keith Payne. Showing how economic inequality changes the way people see and behave towards one another, Payne helps explain the rise of the political polarization that's slicing up society -- and challenges us to think twice the next time we dismiss someone for the sake of politics.

"If we want to fix our politics, we have to do something about inequality," says social psychologist Keith Payne. Showing how economic inequality changes the way people see and behave towards one another, Payne helps explain the rise of the political polarization that's slicing up society -- and challenges us to think twice the next time we dismiss someone for the sake of politics.

Keith Payne: The psychology of inequality and political division

The psychology of inequality and political division

Feeling richer or poorer can shift views on wealth distribution, challenging our deep-seated beliefs on meritocracy and fairness.

Inequality fosters a divisive psychology, where the 'better-than-average' group dismisses differing opinions, polarizing politics.

Recognizing life's 'tailwinds' fosters humility, urging the well-off to seek common ground, vital for mending political divides.