A Pandemic of Populists

Populists have swept to power in free elections, shattering illusions of an inexorable march to liberal democracy. This book unpacks the diversity and plurality of populisms, highlighting the variety of constitutional and extraconstitutional strategies used to undermine liberal democracy and investigating how ruling populists responded to the Covid-19 crisis. It offers a vibrant, contemporary account of modern populisms and considers what we can do to fight back.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 212 pages
Publication date: 14 July 2022
Publisher: Cambridge University Press

The world has been captivated by the rise of populism in recent years, as political leaders who embrace nationalist and anti-establishment ideologies have gained power in free elections across the globe. From Manila to Warsaw, Brasilia to Budapest, the populist wave has shattered the illusion of an inevitable march towards liberal democracy. This book delves into the diverse and multifaceted nature of populism, rejecting the notion of a unified global movement. It explores the various constitutional and extraconstitutional strategies employed by populists to undermine the institutional foundations of liberal democracy and examines how ruling populists responded to the COVID-19 crisis. Rather than focusing on populists' rhetoric, Wojciech Sadurski's book emphasizes their actions in power. By examining the governing styles of populists, the book offers a vibrant and contemporary account of modern populism. It raises crucial questions about the challenges posed by populism and provides insights into what we can do to combat it. This book is a valuable resource for scholars, policymakers, and anyone interested in understanding the complex dynamics of contemporary politics.

The world has been captivated by the rise of populism in recent years, as political leaders who embrace nationalist and anti-establishment ideologies have gained power in free elections across the globe. From Manila to Warsaw, Brasilia to Budapest, the populist wave has shattered the illusion of an inevitable march towards liberal democracy. This book delves into the diverse and multifaceted nature of populism, rejecting the notion of a unified global movement. It explores the various constitutional and extraconstitutional strategies employed by populists to undermine the institutional foundations of liberal democracy and examines how ruling populists responded to the COVID-19 crisis. Rather than focusing on populists' rhetoric, Wojciech Sadurski's book emphasizes their actions in power. By examining the governing styles of populists, the book offers a vibrant and contemporary account of modern populism. It raises crucial questions about the challenges posed by populism and provides insights into what we can do to combat it. This book is a valuable resource for scholars, policymakers, and anyone interested in understanding the complex dynamics of contemporary politics.

Weight: 351g
ISBN-13: 9781009224536