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Characterizing and Analyzing Populism in Politics
This chapter examines the emergence and characterization of populism in politics, exploring its history, positioning on the left-right spectrum, and policy focuses. It analyzes the rise of right-wing populist parties in Europe and the reasons behind their increasing popularity. The chapter also discusses the role of the failure of mainstream institutions and the potential threat to democracy posed by populist movements.