Unraveling the Radical Flank Effect: The Role of Moderate Organizations in the Face of Radical Flank Violence

• In Event: Non-Violent and Violent Political Activism

Brief Overview

This paper examines the Radical Flank Effect (RFE), where moderate organizations either benefit from or are harmed by radical flank violence within social movements. The paper shows the pivotal role of moderate groups in shaping RFE outcomes.

Author

• Jacob Fortier, Northwestern University