TRIGGERnometry Matt Goodwin: We're in the Post Populist Era
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Apr 2, 2023 
Matt Goodwin, a Professor of Politics at the University of Kent and author of 'Values, Voice and Virtue,' discusses the significant shift toward post-populism in UK politics. He explores how major political parties are increasingly disconnected from everyday voters’ concerns, particularly regarding the economy and immigration. Goodwin emphasizes the need for reform to address growing disillusionment, highlighting the evolving role of women in shaping political views and the implications of 'wokeism' on academic freedom.
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Post-Populism Defined
- Post-populism describes a political shift where technocrats and established elites regain control.
- The underlying societal disagreements remain, making another eruption possible.
The New Elite
- A new, middle-class, graduate elite holds different values than much of the population.
- This elite's control over institutions and exclusion of other voices fuels revolts.
Brexit's Impact on Populism
- Britain, unlike Italy and Spain, lacks a successful populist movement due to the Conservatives absorbing Farage's voters.
- The Conservatives subsequently broke promises on immigration, leading to record-high net migration.
