Populism Step by Step: Decoding the History, Movements, Leaders, Strategies & Impact of Anti-Establishment Politics
Populism Step by Step: Decoding the History, Movements, Leaders, Strategies & Impact of Anti-Establishment Politics (Step By Step Subject Guides) by Ben Chase
English | November 25, 2024 | ISBN: N/A | ASIN: B0DP1QRFX1 | 153 pages | PDF | 1.69 Mb
English | November 25, 2024 | ISBN: N/A | ASIN: B0DP1QRFX1 | 153 pages | PDF | 1.69 Mb
Populism is reshaping politics worldwide, but what does it really mean? In this clear and accessible guide, you’ll uncover the history, strategies, and profound impact of one of the most influential forces in modern politics. This book provides an in-depth exploration of populism’s dual nature as both a revitalizing and destabilizing political force.What This Book Covers
1. Understanding Populism
- Define populism and its core principles: anti-elitism, people-centered politics, and polarization.
- Discover the psychological appeal of populist rhetoric and how it mobilizes support.
- Examine the cultural, political, and economic contexts that give rise to populist movements.
- Trace the roots of populism from 19th-century agrarian revolts to 20th-century nationalist and socialist movements.
- Explore key leaders and case studies, including the Populist Party in America and global figures like Perón, Trump, and Le Pen.
- Uncover how populist leaders use rhetoric, grassroots mobilization, and media to connect with “the people.”
- Analyze the role of social media in amplifying populist narratives and bypassing traditional institutions.
- Learn how populists blend nationalism, economic policies, and anti-establishment strategies to build support.
- Understand populism’s intersection with nationalism, democracy, and crises like economic inequality and migration.
- Examine regional variations, from Latin America’s left-wing populists to Europe’s far-right movements.
- Discover the challenges populism faces in an era of global crises like climate change and technological upheaval.
- Consider whether populism will evolve or decline as societies confront these issues.
- Global Case Studies: Gain insights from real-world examples, including Brexit, Trumpism, and Modi’s rise in India.
- Timeline and Glossary: Quickly reference the historical timeline of populism and essential terms.
- Balanced Perspective: Explore populism’s strengths and weaknesses with a fair and nuanced approach.
- Reader-Friendly: Organized into clear chapters with accessible language, perfect for readers at all levels.
- Students and Educators: A vital resource for understanding populism’s impact on politics, history, and society.
- Political Enthusiasts: Go into the strategies and philosophies shaping today’s political landscape.
- Curious Citizens: Empower yourself to understand populism and its influence on global and local events.
- Anti-elitism
- Polarization
- Populist rhetoric
- Social media and populism
- Nationalism
- Economic and wealth inequality
- Globalization
- Populist leaders
- Left-wing and right-wing populism
- Populism in America, Europe, and Latin America
- Brexit
- Trumpism
- Peronism
- Charismatic leadership
- Populism and democracy
- Populism and authoritarianism
- Populism and economic policy
- Populism and immigration
- Populism in crisis situations
- Media and populist narratives
- Cultural identity
- Populism and technology, religion, and the judiciary
- Populist uprisings
- Historical populist movements
- Populism vs. establishment politics
- Future trends