Pillarized Networks in a Polarized Civil Society: A Structure of Far-Right Networks in Poland

Abstract The goal of this exploratory article is to examine the specifics and networks within between conservative organizations at local, regional, national levels in Poland. By investigating these connections 2016 using social network analysis interviews, we contribute a better understanding growth structure groups, which created base for right-wing as well led success parties Poland vice versa. We expect find that majority far-right organization vertically structured, linking those local level with organizations; top sustain them financially offer popularity, access politics, other opportunities. However, although care more about linkages their counterparts, few form links like-minded emphasize grassroots activities unrelated participation political party are less radical civil behavior attitudes.