Social media has increasingly become crucial for political actors, especially during election campaigns. However, these platforms are not without risks, as they can expose politicians to various fo...

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Politicians face high levels of public scrutiny and abuse online, with minoritised candidates experiencing qualitatively different treatment. Queer politicians, in particular, face ‘risky visibility’,...