The Politi...: Identity: The Demand For Dignity And

In Identity: The Demand for Dignity and the Politics of Resentment , Francis Fukuyama argues that the modern shift from economic to identity-based politics is driven by a profound desire for recognition, or thymos . He contends that this shift, manifesting as both the desire for equality (isothymia) and superiority (megalothymia), fuels global political instability and fractures liberal democracy. To counteract this, Fukuyama proposes fostering inclusive, creedal national identities and prioritizing civic integration to counter divisive tribalism.