Losers’ consent and emotions in the aftermath of the Brexit referendum

The willingness of voters on the losing side to accept electoral outcomes – losers’ consent – is essential to democratic legitimacy. This article examines the role of emotions in shaping people’s perceptions of electoral fairness, arguing that voters on the losing side who feel angry are less willin...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: Tilley, J, Hobolt, SB
Format: Journal article
Language:English
Published: Taylor & Francis 2023