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Mass Politics, the Economy, and the US Election w/ Anton Jäger | American Prestige
Nov 26, 2024
Anton Jäger, a historian specializing in political thought at University College Oxford, joins to navigate the intricate landscape of mass politics and the U.S. election aftermath. They discuss the crisis of liberalism and its struggles with socio-economic shifts, analyzing the weak political responses compared to 2016. Jäger examines the dynamics of leftism in America, touching on its global implications, and delves into the challenges of hyperpolitics amid declining democracy. Their insights on Europe's geopolitical issues add a compelling layer to the conversation.
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- The ongoing crisis of liberalism struggles to adapt amid rising populism, challenging its historical relevance and effectiveness in modern politics.
- Current political polarization reveals liberals' resignation and the left's muted responses, underscoring a troubling trend of inadequate political action.
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The Implications of Trump's Election
Trump's election reflects a significant shift in American politics, indicating that the events of 2016 were not an anomaly but a fundamental change in the political landscape. It suggests that the grip on power has grown stronger and that there is a more entrenched political program than before, challenging the idea that liberalism can easily return to a previous state. The analysis posits that liberalism's inability to adapt and self-correct in the face of this shift reveals a deeper crisis within the political ideology itself. This ongoing struggle raises critical questions about the future of liberalism and its capacity to regain influence in a landscape increasingly dominated by Trump's political legacy.
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