Maria Snegovaya, "When Left Moves Right: The Decline of the Left and the Rise of the Populist Right in Postcommunist Europe" (Oxford UP, 2024)
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The Rise of the Populist Right in Post-Communist Europe
An in-depth analysis of the decline of the left and the rise of the populist right in post-communist Europe, attributed to pro-market neoliberal reforms that disenfranchised working-class voters. The chapter explores the impact of painful reforms, austerity measures, and dissatisfaction within mainstream political parties, leading to the emergence of right-wing parties catering to neglected electorates. It discusses the historical context of disenfranchised groups shifting towards right-wing ideologies and the challenges faced by mainstream parties in addressing economic grievances while countering extremist narratives.
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