Context/Replication
This study revisits groundbreaking work by Sniderman et al., originally conducted in the Netherlands, to understand ethnic prejudice through threat perceptions. We now test this framework within Britain's distinct socio-political landscape.
Data & Methods
Our analysis uses two national British surveys collected in 2011 and 2016. By applying advanced statistical techniques across these datasets, we isolate the impact of various perceived threats on attitudes toward three specific minority groups.
Key Findings
- Cultural threat consistently emerges as the most potent driver of ethnic hostility;
- Economic threat concerns actually decrease post-Brexit, leading to reduced overall hostility;
- Safety threat perception remains significant but shows variation across different contexts and time periods.
Why It Matters
This research demonstrates that despite Britain's evolving economic climate following Brexit, the enduring power of cultural threat in shaping ethnic attitudes persists. Understanding this dynamic is crucial for developing effective strategies to combat prejudice.
