Jean-François Bayart
Jean-François Bayart is a prominent French sociologist specializing in historical and comparative political sociology. He serves as a professor at the Graduate Institute of International and Development Studies in Geneva, where he holds the Yves Oltramare Chair in Religion and Politics in the Contemporary World. Bayart is known for his influential works, including 'L'Energie de l’Etat,' published in 2022. His research focuses on the global rise of conservative revolutions and the implications of these political shifts on democracy, authority, and social justice. Recently, he has discussed the ambivalent political ideals of Generation Z and how they are susceptible to appropriation in today’s socio-political landscape.
Global Media Ratings
Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Africa | 1 | 5.00 | 0.54% | +0% | 59,308,690 | 320,588 | $350,000 | 1,892$ |
| Totals | 1 | 59,308,690 | 320,588 | $350,000 | 1,892$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
South Africa:
Jean-François Bayart’s analysis of postcolonial Africa is instructive here.
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France:
Jean-François Bayart is a professor at the Graduate Institute of International and Development Studies in Geneva and an expert in historical and comparative sociology of politics.
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