The thesis deals with the phenomenon of post-truth and the related new form of post-truth politics. The reflection of the latter is conducted through the case of the Brexit campaign, the UK's referendum on exit from the European Union. Post-truth is the result of complex combination of different processes, in general it is about changes in the economic, cultural and media fields, along with technological advances. Post-truth denotes an environment associated with the actions of individuals in which factual facts are neglected and emotions and personal beliefs are at the forefront. Related to this is the emergence of a post-truth politics, which is characterized by indifference to the facts, but rather addresses emotions and reinforces the previous beliefs of voters, their prejudices and stereotypes. Post-truth politics primarily addresses frustrated and marginalized voters. Marginalization is defined in the broadest sense, as each individual can find oneself feeling being marginalized. The politics of post-truth is universal, appearing on both political poles and a global phenomenon. Because of its non-factual nature and appeals to emotion, it poses a direct threat to liberal values and liberal democracy. The thesis formulates and proposes concepts of truth policies, through which Brexit campaign is addressed.
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