The latest MORES newsletter is now live on our website. Featuring our new AI tool, MORES Pulse, which detects emotions in text—plus an exclusive interview with the researchers behind it and open-access publications from our teams. 🔗Read + subscribe🧪: mores-horizon.eu/newsletter #MORESresearch #AI

When far-right groups say “freedom,” what do they mean? New article by MORES researcher Péter Krekó in the "Brown Journal of World Affairs" shows how authoritarian populists weaponise liberty to undermine democracy—and how freedom can be reclaimed. Read: bit.ly/47NpiJE #MORESresearch #Populism🧪

Can moral emotions help bridge political divides? In a podcast with @revdem2020.bsky.social, Zsolt Boda explores the dangers of emotional extremes in politics and their impact on democracy. Boda (pictured) also introduces MORES project tools and findings 🧪 Follow the podcast: bit.ly/4nyHBIo

Unhappy—but politically engaged? A new study by Gabriella Szabó & Eszter Farkas (@pledge-project.bsky.social & MORES projects) finds: 😐 Less happiness = more political interaction. Unhappy citizens are surprisingly active influencers in political discussions.🧪 🔗 link.springer.com/article/10.1...

Why is cringe—or making someone look ridiculous—so effective in politics? For Telex, MORES experts Gabriella Szabó and István Benedek explain political cringe shifts attention from policy to personal awkwardness. That humiliates opponents—and raises rejection rates. Article in Hungarian👇🧪

New MORES study of 28 European democracies finds: higher polarisation weakens democratic accountability. As divisions grow, accountability further declines.🧪 Read more and download the study: 📖https://mores-horizon.eu/blog/when-democracy-erodes-from-within #MORESresearch #Democracy

Negative emotions are everywhere—in the media & politics. In this video, Prof Eran Halperin, MORES co-investigator at @picr-lab.bsky.social, explains how emotion-regulation strategies may help people stay balanced when politics gets too emotional. ▶️ youtu.be/E_FugFDXmg4 #MORESProject #Research 🧪

Our next MORES newsletter arrives tomorrow 🗞️ It features an interview with the team behind MORES Pulse AI — a new multilingual tool that detects emotions in text and helps users assess and shape communication. Sign up today 👉 preview.mailerlite.io/forms/957275... #MORES #AI #Research #Science

Can metaverses change how we feel about real-life politics? @gameinsociety.bsky.social thinks so. He built MetaMORES—a 3D space for emotional expression & collective decision-making. It’s a game, but also a way to explore how political choices unfold online. 👉https://bit.ly/mauco #Research 🧪

Can democracies resist the emotional pull of “the people” versus “the elites”? MORES researchers are testing whether spotting emotional triggers and manipulative cues can help citizens push back against divisive rhetoric—& protect democratic debate. 🧪 mores-horizon.eu/blog/can-dem... #Populism

Just launched: MORES Pulse, a free, research-based AI tool that reveals emotions hidden in text. Perfect for researchers, journalists, communicators & anyone curious about how emotions drive narratives.🧪 Learn more: bit.ly/4nsLvU9 #MORESresearch #AI #TechForGood #HorizonEU #emotions #Tools

Can fiction teach us something real about politics? 🎬 MORES researcher @tscher.bsky.social at @viadrina.eu analyses 3 European TV shows—and explains how their protagonists turn anger into inclusive governance.🧪 ▶️ Full explainer: bit.ly/47ErSmT #MORESresearch #Populism #TVseries #Democracy

Why do we feel collective fear—climate change, migrants? Fear protects us from danger and can coordinate smart action. However, it can also be stretched into endless “crisis” talk by politicians, which can manipulate and divide.🧪 Learn how to spot the framing: mores-horizon.eu/glossary/fear

Joy is short-lived—but it forms lasting memories and can be deeply social. We explore how joy strengthens group identity and brings people together in moments of political meaning. 🧪 Learn why joy matters for democracy: mores-horizon.eu/glossary/joy #MORESresearch #Emotions #Society #HorizonEU

New MORES study reveals how TV series portray “angry citizens” rising against elites—not to divide, but to govern inclusively. These fictional stories offer a counterpoint to real-life illiberal populism.🧪 By T.Scherer & co-authors @viadrina.eu Download the study at: mores-horizon.eu/publications

Today is the final day to participate in the @mores-project.bsky.social crowdsourcing! From climate change and migration to food safety and the war in Ukraine, we want to hear from you! 💬 How have you been feeling? 🗣️ Share your views before midnight: buff.ly/dOaSC3s

Emotions move politics. But NGOs can learn to move people—ethically. Join MORES’ FREE online Master Class (Sept 10–12) and learn how to: ✨ Activate emotions for good 🛡 Counter toxic manipulation 💪 Lead with resilience Based on MORES research🧪 Apply by Aug 31: bit.ly/3UPiG7m #CivilSociety #NGO

Another peer-reviewed article from MORES is out in Frontiers in Political Science🧪 Rudolf Metz debunks three myths on poor political leadership. It's not always a personality flaw; leadership, followers, and permissive environments contribute. 👉 mores-horizon.eu/publications #leadership #emotions

From #AnimalCrossing protests to #Pride parades in @worldofwarcraft.blizzard.com, political life is entering the metaverse. Read about civic participation in virtual worlds—& stay tuned for a MORES experiment👉 mores-horizon.eu/blog/avatars... @gameinsociety.bsky.social #MORESresearch #emotions🧪

Citizens shape policy! 🇪🇺 Meet Assya Kavrakova of @ecas-europe.bsky.social, a MORES partner working to amplify citizen voices in EU policymaking. She and her team launched a survey to gather our views on war, climate, and more. Join in: crowdsourcing.ecas.org/en/Mores #MORESresearch #EUPolicy

Guilt arises from actions we think have harmed others. But it also shapes politics, from apologies to blame games. The new MORES glossary entry looks at this complex moral emotion & how politicians use (or avoid) it in public life. Read more: mores-horizon.eu/glossary/guilt 🧪 Follow us for more🙏

Whether it's hope, anger, pride, or frustration, your emotions are powerful forces in shaping democracy. Through @mores-project.bsky.social, we're exploring how emotions influence public opinion and political decision-making across Europe. 🗣️ Share your perspective: crowdsourcing.ecas.org/en/Mores

New glossary post from MORES: Disgust. This moral emotion evolved from food aversion to social condemnation. While it builds cohesion, it can also exclude others. Explore how disgust shapes public norms and politics. 🧪🔗 mores-horizon.eu/glossary/dis... #Science #MoralEmotions #MORESresearch

💙Today on Emotion Awareness Day, we highlight the power of emotions in shaping democracy. @mores-project.bsky.social @protemo.bsky.social @cidape.bsky.social ape.bsky.social‬ @encodemotion.bsky.social #EmotionAwarenessDaya#EmotionsInDemocracycy

Anger, pride, contempt—these moral emotions shape how we engage with politics. 🔍 We launched a crowdsourcing activity to learn how emotions affect your views on important EU policies. Your opinion makes a difference. Have your say: 🔗https://mores-horizon.eu/news/have-your-say-about-eu-policies 🧪

Anger, pride, fear. Moral emotions shape today’s politics. On Standard Time of @eurozine.bsky.social, researchers Boda, Szabó & Salmela from MORES and @pledge-project.bsky.social explore case studies—and why emotions matter. 📻 Watch: mores-horizon.eu/videos #MORESresearch #Politics #Emotions

How do extremist groups use emotion to shape online discourse? On 20 May, MORES researcher Thomas Scherer hosts a discussion on how social media shapes Islamist and right-wing extremist narratives in Germany. 📍 Zoom 📧 Sign up: vcgms[at]listserv.dfn.de 🔗Programme: bit.ly/4kqgQVv #Webinar

🚨 New analysis! To understand the narrative driving the radical right in Poland, start with the joke. And then look at the anger just beneath the laughter. MORES co-investigator Artur Lipiński explains the strategy and emotions behind the Confederation's TikTok stunts.🧪 Learn more👉 bit.ly/4iVWJNO

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Politicians often speak to our hearts. Gabriella Szabó, deputy PI of MORES, is studying how political actors use emotional language to steer public discourse—and how that shapes our moral judgments. 👉 mores-horizon.eu/experts/gabr... #MORESresearch #Emotions #Politics #Collaboration #HorizonEU

We express gratitude when saying “thanks”. But it is also a moral emotion that reinforces prosocial behaviour. Gratitude creates a sense of moral responsibility. The twist: it can draw the line between “us” & “them.” 💬 How do you experience gratitude in your community? Learn more🧪👉 bit.ly/3Y0LnjP

New MORES research finds that, in illiberal contexts, people with authoritarian tendencies actually believe democracy is doing better than it is—an illusion that can weaken democratic safeguards. 🧪Read the full study by Márton Hadarics and MORES co-investigator Péter Krekó: bit.ly/3EeP7aP

🚨New MORES research! Why do some political leaders inspire devotion while others are outright rejected? Researchers Rudolf Metz & Bendegúz Plesz explore the links between emotional attachment, charismatic leadership, populist attitudes, and polarisation. 🧪 mores-horizon.eu/blog/the-cha...

🚀 Mid-Term MORES Meeting in Italy 🇮🇹 Our team gathered at the European University Institute to reflect on our research on moral emotions in politics—progress, challenges, and what’s ahead. Exciting work ahead and preliminary results to share. Stay tuned! #MORESresearch #science #horizoneu

Our first session featured a great presentation on political emotions by @isabellareb.bsky.social. Continuing that theme this week, @catherinebouko.bsky.social will discuss fascinating research on the expression of political emotions online. Register here: events.teams.microsoft.com/event/c3b599...

Check out our sister project @protemo.bsky.social’s video on how it studies emotions and politics. MORES and PROTEMO are studying this topic from multiple perspectives. #MORESresearch #politics #science

Moral outrage. Identity wars. Political disengagement creates a vacuum that extremists & populists fill, using moral emotions to divide rather than solve policy issues. Read more on "overemotionalisation" in politics—and what it means for democracy: bit.ly/3Ftioia #MORESresearch #CivicEngagement

Many avoid political debates to escape conflict. But your emotions about politics can shape your community in powerful ways. MORES Project Coordinator Zsolt Boda, Research Professor at HUN-REN Centre for Social Sciences, explains how—and what the project aims to uncover🧪 Read more: bit.ly/4kIRYJg

📲 Why is the far right winning on TikTok? They have mastered TikTok’s algorithm, using emotional, engaging, and divisive videos to mobilise voters—bypassing traditional media. Marta Azevedo Silva's blog explains the implications for democracy. Read more👉 bit.ly/43ky6WQ @ecas-europe.bsky.social

Emotions like joy & fear are increasingly shaping Hungarian politics. Zsolt Boda & colleagues (HUN-REN Centre for Social Sciences) analysed millions of sentences from Hungarian parliamentary speeches. They've found evidence of increasingly emotional debates since 1998🧪 Download: bit.ly/3QKCsPC

This programme by @psapolpsychology.bsky.social looks very interesting, with discussions exploring themes currently being examined by MORES. Starting this week! 👇

MORES's co-investigator Péter Krekó has just published a paper with @authlibeu.bsky.social 🤝 His paper argues for rethinking propaganda & promoting digital literacy to counter disinformation. See below. Stay tuned for Krekó’s upcoming papers with MORES and #AUTHLIB on #emotions & #illiberalism.

What is the influence of moral emotions on politics—and democracy? MORES is publishing plain-language glossaries explaining scientific terms related to morality and emotions to make our research accessible. 🤔 What's the most popular entry right now? #MORESresearch #Politics #Emotions

How do emotions shape democracy? Meet Zsolt Boda, MORES's coordinator. He studies how moral emotions influence public trust—and how politicians use them to persuade you. 📽️ Watch the video. ❇️Explore Boda's expertise: 🔗 bit.ly/4ifC33a #MORESresearch #emotions #socialimpact #politics #research

Can anger have an emancipatory potential in #Germany? You will not want to miss this interview with @tscher.bsky.social, @mores-project.bsky.social researcher at @viadrina.bsky.social, as he discusses emotions and the Left's success in the local federal #election. In German for @rbb24.de 👇

What if your next president wasn't a career politician but an "outsider"? MORES researcher @tscher.bsky.social explores how European TV shows reimagine populist leadership—and the role of moral anger in politics. Read @viadrina.bsky.social's interview with Scherer, available in both DE and EN 👇

🌍 Can Europe overcome political anger & pride to rebuild trust in democracy? MORES, a three-year project, explores how emotions shape our political choices. We're now on #Bluesky! Follow us for insights into how your feelings drive politics. 🧠 Learn more: bit.ly/mores-project #Politics #Science