Stuck in the Muck: Why Trump’s Reign Feels Like Quicksand

In the political landscape, power dynamics are always in play, but what happens when these dynamics shift from the usual tug-of-war into the realm of coercive control? As we reflect on Trump’s time in office, we see parallels between his tactics and strategies and the pattern often seen in intimate relationships characterized by coercive control. […]
Double Speak – Coercive Controller’s Weaponization of Language
Double Speak – Coercive Controller’s Weaponization of Language: An Analysis of JD Vance’s Tweet Using The Quicksand Model® of Coercive Control In the complex landscape of political discourse, language often serves as a powerful tool for shaping perceptions and influencing public opinion. The recent tweet by J.D. Vance, U.S. Vice President, provides a compelling case […]