Tag: defense spending

November 20, 2025 / mohammed looti

Government Military Policy: Public Opinion & Attitudes

Conceptualizing Attitudes Towards Military Policy Attitudes toward government military policy represent a complex and multifaceted area of political psychology, encompassing individual evaluations, beliefs, and affective responses concerning the state’s use of force, defense spending, and international security commitments. These attitudes are not monolithic; they range from deeply ingrained philosophical positions regarding the legitimacy of militarism […]

November 21, 2025 / mohammed looti

Military Build-Up: Public Opinion & Attitudes

Psychological Foundations of Defense Support Attitudes toward military build-up represent a complex intersection of individual psychological needs and macro-level political realities. At the core, support for increased defense spending and armament often stems from fundamental human needs for security and existential safety. When individuals perceive external threats—whether real or manufactured—the psychological response often involves a […]