Coalitions across divides work better decentralized, prioritizing local knowledge and autonomy.

Evidence

In sharp contrast to the centralized organizational structure advocated by previous solidarity movements, Smith and Bandy (2005) advocate for the prioritizing of local knowledge, with local groups afforded some autonomy within transnational coalitions. To this point, McCorkel and Rodriguez (2009) highlight the need for respecting both the demands and the political ideology of subjugated groups who are seeking change for themselves (see also Presley & Crane, 2018; Steans, 2007). — Michelle I. Gawerc, Coalition-building and the forging of…, 215

Categorization

• XREF: connects to: Guaranteeing space for diverse identities can unite rather than fragment a movement.; Ideological proximity could hinder rather than help coalition formation — Anna M. Grzymala-Busse, Redeeming The Communist Past: The…, 1244; Coalition members must freely voice distinct identities and ideologies to build trust. — Michelle I. Gawerc, Coalition-building and the forging of…, 231 (+1 more)

Broader Connections

• Ideological proximity could hinder rather than help coalition formation #expands (0.75) — Anna M. Grzymala-Busse, Redeeming The Communist Past, 1244
• Coalition members must freely voice distinct identities and ideologies to build trust. #corroborates (0.72) — Michelle I. Gawerc, Coalition-building and the forging of…, 231