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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Comparative Analysis of Postcommunist European Political Shifts
This chapter explores the political transformations in postcommunist European countries like Hungary, Poland, Czech Republic, and Slovakia, highlighting shifts in ideology, party rebranding, and the rise of populist right-wing movements. It delves into the unique cases of economic success, communist party survival, and the impact of aggressive market reforms post the 2008 financial crisis. The speaker underscores the importance of comparative analysis to understand the vulnerabilities, dynamics, and political landscapes of post-communist Europe amidst global populist trends.
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