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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Navigating Economic Alternatives in Postcommunist Europe
The chapter explores the challenges faced by European parties in offering alternatives to neoliberal policies within a globalized economy. It discusses how populist parties are creating redistributive packages to appeal to specific constituencies, leading to a shift towards identity politics and a rise in populist right movements. The conversation also delves into the impact of corruption scandals on left-wing parties and the importance of economic appeals in understanding the rise of the populist right in postcommunist Europe.
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