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Mariel Barnes on the 'manosphere' and American politics

By Frederica Freyberg | Here & Now

March 7, 2025

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UW-Madison public affairs professor Mariel Barnes describes researching the online "manosphere" movement and its growing influence on culture alongside the political ascent of President Donald Trump.

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