Confronting Capitalism: Populism’s Promises and Pitfalls
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Populism's Impact on the Left
This chapter examines the evolution of populism through the lens of Bernie Sanders' 2016 campaign, analyzing its effects on leftist strategies and its relationship to electoralism. It discusses the growing economic inequality and how the Democratic Party has shifted away from its working-class roots, struggling to maintain relevance against right-wing populism. The conversation highlights both the potential and challenges that populism poses for advancing a socialist agenda in contemporary politics.
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