Is There a Left Wing Movement in Europe?

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Populism is on the rise in most parts of europe. It's growing in france, especially with young people. Social democratic parties are losing a traditional working class base to the new populace police. I think this is about the politics of identity. And i think many other parts of the world, some parts are immune to an alien portugal? Nuh, japan the major i don't think it is.

The UK is holding a big election on June 8, so today we’re bringing you some bonus audio on that topic featuring Tyler and Steve Davies of the London-based Institute of Economic Affairs.

They talk about how the general election could shape the terms of Brexit, how much further the EU and even the UK will splinter, the prospects for the European left-wing, and the populism underneath it all.

Note: this was recorded at event in late April shortly after May called for the snap election in June. Got it?

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