The Ruffian How Did Politics Get So Weird?
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Dec 15, 2024 James Kanagasooriam, Chief Research Officer at Focal Data and a political analyst who coined 'Red Wall,' dives into the intriguing world of 'culturenomics.' He discusses how culture and economics are reshaping voter behavior, especially among young right-leaning voters. The conversation reveals the evolution of political allegiances influenced by events like Brexit and the 2008 crisis. Kanagasooriam also addresses demographic shifts in U.S. politics, implications of economic growth on sentiment, and the complexities of the trans debate in contemporary governance.
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Shift from Class Politics
- Western democracies' politics shifted from class-based to multi-dimensional.
- The 1992 UK election was the last clear expression of class politics, with votes aligning with house prices.
The Rise of Cultural Issues
- The shift from class politics accelerated around 2001-2005 with the rise of cultural issues like immigration.
- The 2005 UK election saw the rise of these issues as significant political factors.
2015 UK Election
- In the 2015 UK election, the rise of the Greens and social liberalism became apparent.
- This highlighted the emergence of a two-dimensional political landscape.