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What happens when populism returns with new momentum? The Populist Comeback examines the resurgence of protectionist trade policies, nationalist rhetoric, and populist reinvention in contemporary American politics.
Written in a professional and accessible style for students, this book unpacks the dynamics behind trade wars, shifting alliances, and the populist appeal that challenges traditional institutions. It explores how renewed protectionism impacts global markets, reshapes domestic priorities, and fuels political polarization. At the same time, it highlights how populism continually reinvents itself—adapting strategies, language, and platforms to maintain influence.
Rather than simply diagnosing problems, the book provides frameworks for understanding populism’s cyclical nature and its implications for democracy. Readers gain both critical insight into today’s political landscape and tools for analyzing how movements of disruption reshape governance.
If you want to understand the forces behind modern populism and the protectionist turn in global politics, this book offers the clarity and depth you need.
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Veröffentlichungsjahr: 2025
Evelyn Ashcroft
The Populist Comeback
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1. Chapter 1
2. Chapter 1: Understanding Populism in Contemporary Politics
3. Chapter 2: The Rise of Protectionism: A Historical Perspective
4. Chapter 3: Populism and Nationalism: A New Narrative
5. Chapter 4: The Political Psychology of Populism
6. Chapter 5: The Economic Impact of Protectionism
7. Chapter 6: The Politics of Trade Wars
8. Chapter 7: Political Reinvention: The Adaptation of Populist Strategies
9. Chapter 8: The Role of Media in Shaping Populism
10. Chapter 9: The Polarization of American Politics
11. Chapter 10: Civic Education and Its Role in a Populist Era
12. Chapter 11: The Future of Governance in a Populist World
13. Chapter 12: Resilience of Democracy: Lessons from History
14. Chapter 13: Global Perspectives on Populism
15. Chapter 14: Community Engagement as a Counter to Populism
16. Chapter 15: The Impact of Technology on Political Movements
17. Chapter 16: Preparing for Political Futures: Engaging the Next Generation
18. Chapter 1: Understanding Populism in Contemporary Politics
19. Chapter 2: The Rise of Protectionism: A Historical Perspective
20. Chapter 3: Populism and Nationalism: A New Narrative
21. Chapter 4: The Political Psychology of Populism
22. Chapter 5: The Economic Impact of Protectionism
23. Chapter 6: The Politics of Trade Wars
24. Chapter 7: Political Reinvention: The Adaptation of Populist Strategies
25. Chapter 8: The Role of Media in Shaping Populism
26. Chapter 9: The Polarization of American Politics
27. Chapter 10: Civic Education and Its Role in a Populist Era
28. Chapter 11: The Future of Governance in a Populist World
29. Chapter 12: Resilience of Democracy: Lessons from History
30. Chapter 13: Global Perspectives on Populism
31. Chapter 14: Community Engagement as a Counter to Populism
32. Chapter 15: The Impact of Technology on Political Movements
33. Chapter 16: Preparing for Political Futures: Engaging the Next Generation
Table of Contents
Defining Populism
Historical Roots of Populism
The Role of Economics in Populism
Populism and Nationalism
The Emotional Appeal of Populism
Populism in the Digital Age
The Early Roots of Protectionism
The Great Depression and New Deal Policies
Post-World War II Consensus on Free Trade
The Modern Era: Trade Wars and Nationalism
Understanding Populism and Nationalism
The Rise of Nationalist Rhetoric in Populist Movements
Populism’s Reinvention Through Nationalism
Case Studies of Populist Nationalism
Understanding Populist Psychology
Charismatic Leadership and Its Appeal
The Role of Misinformation
Social Media and Echo Chambers
Populism and Collective Identity
Understanding Protectionism
The Effects of Tariffs on Domestic Markets
Global Impact of Protectionism
The Consumer Perspective
The Future of Protectionism in American Politics
Understanding Trade Wars
Case Studies: Recent Trade Conflicts
Political Calculations and Strategies
Consequences of Trade Wars
The Role of Nationalism in Trade Policies
Future Directions and Implications
Understanding Populism
Evolution of Populist Messaging
Coalition Building in Populism
The Role of Technology in Reinvention
The Evolution of Media in Politics
The Power of News Narratives
Fake News and Misinformation
Media Manipulation Strategies
The Role of Alternative Media
Civic Education and Media Literacy
Understanding Polarization
The Role of Populism
Economic Inequality and Polarization
Social Identity and Partisanship
Consequences of Polarization
Moving Towards Unity
The Importance of Civic Education
The Challenges of Civic Education in a Populist Era
Innovations in Civic Education
Civic Education as a Counter to Populism
Understanding Populism’s Impact on Governance
Future Scenarios for Governance
Citizen Engagement in a Populist Context
The Role of Technology in Populist Governance
Historical Context of Democratic Resilience
Populism and Its Historical Echoes
The Role of Institutions in Democratic Resilience
Civic Education and Engagement
Lessons from Recent Populist Movements
The Future of Democracy in the Age of Populism
Understanding Global Populism
Populism in Europe: A Case Study
Latin America and the Rise of Left-Wing Populism
Populism and Authoritarianism: A Dangerous Mix
Comparative Lessons for the U.S.
Understanding Community Engagement
Grassroots Movements and Their Impact
Fostering Inclusivity through Civic Action
Case Studies of Community Engagement
The Evolution of Political Communication
Grassroots Movements and Technology
Challenges of Digital Politics
The Role of Data Analytics
Understanding Political Literacy
Promoting Active Citizenship
Building Resilient Democratic Societies
Leveraging Technology for Civic Engagement
Final Reflections: Embracing Change Together