Authoritarianism in the discourse of online forums: A study of its articulations in the Swedish context

Abstract The overall aim of this study is to explore the authoritarian dimension in far-right discourse online forums. argues for a focus on articulations authoritarianism understand dynamics discourse. Four central features are identified and explored: 1) values underlying articulated opinions diverse issues; 2) emotional authoritarianism; 3) coexistence civil uncivil 4) role mainstream news as reference trigger responses. qualitative based data from two Swedish forums, Flashback Familjeliv [Family life], consists 79 threads related three issues agenda: disorder school, gang crime, transgender. results show expressions authoritarian–liberal value conflicts, and, most significantly, vigour an culture with implications normalisation