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In The populist explosion, John B. Judis examines the resurgence of populist politics that has reshaped the public landscapes of both the United States and Europe. Tracing its origins back to the 1890s American politics, Judis shows how populist forces—whether working with figures like Bernie Sanders or opposing the European Union—are rooted in a deep‑seated mass discontent with a shared elite consensus on globalization, free trade, and immigration. The book explores how this phenomenon has manifested in diverse political contexts, from the United Kingdom’s Brexit vote to the rise of Donald Trump as a presidential candidate, and from left‑leaning parties in Switzerland and Norway to right‑wing movements in Italy, Austria and Greece.
Judis argues that populism’s appeal lies in its framing of the people against an entrenched establishment, a narrative that has found fertile ground across both sides of the Atlantic. By examining the historic and contemporary dimensions of populist movements, he offers a nuanced understanding of how they challenge traditional political structures and reshape democratic societies.
First publish date: 2016
Genre: Politics & Government/Political Theory
Authors: John B. Judis
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