Democracy in Virulent Times: Symbols and the Future of National Populism
Winning the battle of symbols is of strategic significance and will define the character of our nations, the future of our democracies, and the legacy of populism.
The Rise of Populism: a Threat to Civil Society?
The Indian case shows that populism presents anti-elitist and people-centred characteristics with a conception of “the people” that can be exclusionary.
Right-wing Populism and the Attack on Cooperative International Security
When policies can be framed about the security of the foreigner at the expense of the local or domestic, populists and right-wing opportunists can take advantage.
Narratives, Emotions, and the Contestations of the Liberal Order
Scholars should look at narratives in order to explore developments in world politics and because they might make them mindful of the nature of their own narratives.
Interview – Octavio Amorim Neto
Professor Octavio Amorim Neto talks to us about Brazil’s foreign policy, the Bolsonaro presidency and the constitutional developments of Portuguese-speaking countries.
Interview – Eric Kaufmann
Eric Kaufmann discusses the rise of right-wing populism, explains the meaning and implications of ‘whiteshift’, and reflects on developments in political demography.
Ukrainian and European Populism: Different but Also Very Similar
In 2019, Ukrainian voters will be given the choice between voting for the current political forces or the populist alternative. Everyone will be closely watching.
Review – Us vs. Them: The Failure of Globalism
Ian Bremmer argues that the shortcomings of globalism have been channeled into ‘us vs. them politics’, however the solutions he offers need to be broadened.
Interview – Matthew Goodwin
Matthew Goodwin talks about his new book National Populism, the upcoming Swedish elections, eurosceptic and pro-European political parties, and the Brexit referendum.
Interview – Arshin Adib-Moghaddam
Prof. Adib-Moghaddam talks about his most recent book Psycho-Nationalism, Iran’s relations with the US, Iranian nationalism and the current role of political thinkers.
