Sociopolitical segregation

Date and country of first publication

2012
United States

Definition

Socio-political segregation refers to the separation or division of society based on political beliefs, ideologies, or affiliations. This can manifest in various ways, such as people primarily associating with others who share the same political views, avoiding discussions with those who have opposing beliefs, or even physically segregating themselves in communities or neighborhoods based on political affiliation.

This type of segregation can lead to polarization, lack of understanding and empathy towards differing viewpoints, and ultimately hinder political discourse and cooperation. It can also contribute to a hostile and divisive social environment, where individuals are less likely to engage in productive debates or seek common ground on important issues.

Addressing socio-political segregation requires promoting dialogue, mutual respect, and understanding among individuals with diverse political perspectives. Encouraging open-mindedness, challenging stereotypes, and fostering a sense of unity despite differences in political opinion can help mitigate this form of segregation and promote a more cohesive and inclusive society.

Synonyms

The following terms are synonymous with sociopolitical segregation:

socio political segregation.

References and literature addressing this segregation form under these synonymous terms can be found below.

Sociopolitical segregation appears in the following literature

Foster J. (2012). The wilds and the township: Articulating modernity, capital, and socio nature in the cityscape of pre apartheid Johannesburg. Journal of the Society of Architectural Historians, 71(1), 42-59. https://doi.org/10.1525/jsah.2012.71.1.42

Molendijk A.L. (202). Willem banning and the reform of socialism in the Netherlands. Contemporary European History, 29(2), 139-154. Cambridge University Press.https://doi.org/10.1017/S096077732000003X

Rawlings C.M. (2022). Becoming an Ideologue: Social Sorting and the Microfoundations of Polarization. Sociological Science, 9(), 313-345. Society for Sociological Science.https://doi.org/10.15195/V9.A13