politico-wire The Elusive Meaning of Populism: A Word in Crisis
The term "populism" has become a defining feature of modern politics, but its meaning has grown increasingly ambiguous, making it difficult to apply to the diverging fates of the left and right. As the fortunes of these two poles continue to shift, the concept of populism is struggling to keep up. Is it time to rethink our understanding of this complex and multifaceted phenomenon?