ABSTRACT
This chapter discusses socio-economic grievances found to be relevant in the present research sample. Given the stark contrasts between the contexts that were explored for the empirical inquiry, the importance of socio-economic grievances varies strongly. Generally speaking, socio-economic grievances refer to – both perceived and actual – economic marginalisation and neglect, lacking efforts to fight against poverty, lack of support for the economically disadvantaged, corruption among the ruling class, unequal distribution of economic resources, strong class differences and economic exploitation. Links between socio-economic grievances and mobilisation are discussed.
