Minorities Prefer Strong Leaders, Shaping U.S. Politics
A recent study uncovers that ethnic minorities in the U.S. exhibit a stronger inclination towards dominant political leaders compared to their white counterparts. This trend transcends politics, impacting leadership selections within organizations. Nevertheless, there's no substantial evidence indicating ethnic minorities favor strongly authoritarian leaders more frequently than whites.
Research suggests that ethnic minorities' lower trust in others, partly due to recent immigration from countries with lower general trust and facing relative disadvantages, correlates with their preference for strong leaders. This inclination is evident across political lines, with Republican ethnic minorities displaying the greatest tendency.
Experiments corroborate this finding, demonstrating that when people perceive others as less trustworthy, they are more likely to prefer strong leaders. This trend is part of a worldwide phenomenon, with democracies globally witnessing a rise in support for tough or strong leaders who may exhibit authoritarian qualities.
As ethnic minorities become an increasingly significant proportion of the U.S. population and potentially a majority in the coming decades, their preference for strong leaders may influence the kinds of leaders elected. However, it's crucial to remember that their preferences align with diverse political interests and are not predominantly driven by authoritarianism.
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