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Shifting Voting Dynamics in Western Democracies
This chapter explores how education, income, religion, and age shape electoral choices in Western democracies, revealing a shift from traditional class politics to a new landscape dominated by a 'Brahmin left' and an educated elite. It analyzes the evolving political allegiances of lower-educated voters over decades and how this has resulted in significant socio-economic divides across different countries. The discussion highlights key historical contexts and cultural issues that have contributed to the fragmentation of class-based voting, particularly in the wake of societal changes since the 1960s.
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