Description
Populist parties and extremist movements are undergoing a renaissance in Western democracies.Ìý Parties and movements with left, right, and religious ideologies are increasing their voting share, altering patterns of party competition and recruiting new adherents. This module examines the origins and consequences of, and responses to, extremism and populism. Throughout this module, you will learn about the different forms extremism and populism can take; examine competing explanations for populist and extremist appeal; and critically assess policies that aim to tackle extremism.Ìý
By the end of the module you will know how to:ÌýÌý
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define extremism and populism, and how the two concepts differ;ÌýÌý
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critically assess explanations given to explain the increase in the populist vote;ÌýÌý
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identify reasons why people join and leave extremist org
Module deliveries for 2024/25 academic year
Last updated
This module description was last updated on 19th August 2024.
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