identity politics

American  

noun

(used with a singular or plural verb)

1. political activity or movements based on or catering to the cultural, ethnic, gender, racial, religious, or social interests that characterize a group identity.

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identity politics

This is not about identity politics but ennui: Even minuscule choices, like what socks to wear, are part of a larger cultural self-definition and viral conversation.

From Slate ● Aug. 3, 2024

Later zines delve more into early ’90s identity politics.

From New York Times ● Feb. 21, 2024

“Regardless of the identity politics, I really think that he supersedes that with his policies. More than anything, it’s his style of collaboration that is appreciated.”

From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 5, 2024

The third season currently streaming on Max takes the satire of identity politics even further as Cary tries to place himself as a pseudo-gay activist until it all blows up in his face.

From Seattle Times ● Jun. 20, 2023

Becoming a doctor had really been my parents’ dream, not mine, and now I was ready to deep-dive into my own identity politics, from race to religion.

From "Proud" by Ibtihaj Muhammad