Psychology
The Dynamics of Social Movements and Collective Action
Quick fact
Research shows that the success of a social movement often depends less on the size of the grievance and more on access to resources and political opportunities; for example, the US Civil Rights Movement gained strength after the Cold War shifted elite priorities.
Why this is interesting
You've seen protests on the news, but have you ever wondered why some movements ignite a nation while others fizzle out? What actually makes a group of people stand up and march together?