The politicization of deviance: Resisting and reversing degradation and stigmatization
- 1 January 1987
- journal article
- research article
- Published by Taylor & Francis in Deviant Behavior
- Vol. 8 (3), 259-282
- https://doi.org/10.1080/01639625.1987.9967747
Abstract
Using the Israeli case of Abu‐hatzira, this paper argues that processes of degradation, stigmatization and deviantization can be reversed. The case itself is documented to be followed by an interpretation clustered along two axes. It is argued, first, that Abu‐hatzira used in his favor an existing ethnic dispute in Israel, coupled with a religious factor. Second, reversal of deviantization can be achieved by politicizing “regular” deviance, subsequently making a political statement within the context of an effective ideology geared to mobilize a receptive audience.1Keywords
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