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Examines the psychohistory of political conservatism. Information on an article by Jost et al, published in the fall 2003 issue of "Psychological Bulletin," regarding the psychological difference between conservatives and liberals; Association of parenting with political beliefs; Determinants of political ideology and behavior.

The author recalls his memories of psychoanalyst Lloyd deMause. He mentions his initial meeting with deMause at the annual International Psychoanalytical Association conferences in 1980. He describes deMause as an active voice for nonpunitive parenting and children's rights. He relates deMause's examination of the links between childhood trauma and sacrifice as part of war.