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Populism

A Very Short Introduction
Summary:

The book provides an overview of the complex phenomenon of populism, discussing its core characteristics, the reasons behind its rise, and its impact on contemporary politics. It examines populism across different political and cultural contexts, exploring both its democratic potentials and its threats to democratic systems.

Key points:

1. Populism Defined: Mudde and Kaltwasser see populism as a basic ideology dividing society into 'the pure people' and 'the corrupt elite', advocating for the people's will in politics.

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