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FiveThirtyEight Politics

Voters Around The World Are Mad As Hell

Jun 20, 2024
39:57
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Global voter discontent is a rising trend discussed by Richard Wike and Matthias Matthijs. They explore anti-incumbent voting, economic factors in Mexico, compare economic policies in Argentina to the USA, and discuss the rise of far-right parties in European elections and political unrest in the US, UK, and France.
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  • Global discontent with democracy is rising, driving voters towards alternative parties and leaders.
  • Economic crises in certain countries fuel desires for change and influence election outcomes.

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Global Dissatisfaction with Democracy and Politics

Around the world, there is a growing dissatisfaction with the functioning of democracy and political systems. Recent surveys in 35 countries indicate that 45% of people are satisfied with democracy. People value representative democracy but are frustrated with its current state, leading to the rise of alternative parties and leaders in response to public dissatisfaction.

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