Populist Radical Right Parties in Europe

Populist Radical Right Parties in Europe
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Total Pages : 385
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ISBN-10 : 0511341431
ISBN-13 : 9780511341434
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Synopsis Populist Radical Right Parties in Europe by : Cas Mudde

The first comprehensive and truly pan-European study of populist radical right parties in Europe.

Radical Right-Wing Populist Parties in Western Europe

Radical Right-Wing Populist Parties in Western Europe
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Publisher : Routledge
Total Pages : 317
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ISBN-10 : 9781317419785
ISBN-13 : 1317419782
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Synopsis Radical Right-Wing Populist Parties in Western Europe by : Tjitske Akkerman

Radical right-wing populist parties, such as Geert Wilders’ Party for Freedom, Marine Le Pen’s National Front or Nigel Farage’s UKIP, are becoming increasingly influential in Western European democracies. Their electoral support is growing, their impact on policy-making is substantial, and in recent years several radical right-wing populist parties have assumed office or supported minority governments. Are these developments the cause and/or consequence of the mainstreaming of radical right-wing populist parties? Have radical right-wing populist parties expanded their issue profiles, moderated their policy positions, toned down their anti-establishment rhetoric and shed their extreme right reputations to attract more voters and/or become coalition partners? This timely book answers these questions on the basis of both comparative research and a wide range of case studies, covering Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, the Netherlands, Norway, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom. Analysing the extent to which radical right-wing populist parties have become part of mainstream politics, as well as the factors and conditions which facilitate this trend, this book is essential reading for students and scholars working in European politics, in addition to anyone interested in party politics and current affairs more generally.

The Populist Radical Right

The Populist Radical Right
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Publisher : Routledge
Total Pages : 856
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ISBN-10 : 9781315514550
ISBN-13 : 1315514559
Rating : 4/5 (50 Downloads)

Synopsis The Populist Radical Right by : Cas Mudde

The populist radical right is one of the most studied political phenomena in the social sciences, counting hundreds of books and thousands of articles. This is the first reader to bring together the most seminal articles and book chapters on the contemporary populist radical right in western democracies. It has a broad regional and topical focus and includes work that has made an original theoretical contribution to the field, which make them less time-specific. The reader is organized in six thematic sections: (1) ideology and issues; (2) parties, organizations, and subcultures; (3) leaders, members, and voters; (4) causes; (5) consequences; and (6) responses. Each section features a short introduction by the editor, which introduces and ties together the selected pieces and provides discussion questions and suggestions for further readings. The reader is ended with a conclusion in which the editor reflects on the future of the populist radical right in light of (more) recent political developments – most notably the Greek economic crisis and the refugee crisis – and suggest avenues for future research.

Transformations of Populism in Europe and the Americas

Transformations of Populism in Europe and the Americas
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Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Total Pages : 388
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ISBN-10 : 9781474225236
ISBN-13 : 1474225233
Rating : 4/5 (36 Downloads)

Synopsis Transformations of Populism in Europe and the Americas by : John Abromeit

The recent resurgence of populist movements and parties has led to a revival of scholarly interest in populism. This volume brings together well-established and new scholars to reassess the subject and combine historical and theoretical perspectives to shed new light on the history of the subject, as well as enriching contemporary discussions. In three parts, the contributors explore the history of populism in different regions, theories of populism and recent populist movements. Taken together, the contributions included in this book represent the most comprehensive and wide-ranging study of the topic to date. Questions addressed include: - What are the 'essential' characteristics of populism? - Is it important to distinguish between left- and right-wing populism? - How can the transformation of populist movements be explained? This is the most thorough and up to date comparative historical study of populism available. As such it will be of great value to anyone researching or studying the topic.

Radical Right-Wing Populism in Western Europe

Radical Right-Wing Populism in Western Europe
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Publisher : Springer
Total Pages : 233
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ISBN-10 : 9781349235476
ISBN-13 : 1349235474
Rating : 4/5 (76 Downloads)

Synopsis Radical Right-Wing Populism in Western Europe by : Hans-Georg Betz

Studies the new West European parties of the radical populist right, arguing that, in distancing themselves from the reactionary politics of the traditional extremist right, these parties have become a significant challenge to the established structure and politics of West European democracy today.

Europe for the Europeans

Europe for the Europeans
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Publisher : Routledge
Total Pages : 337
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ISBN-10 : 9781317139874
ISBN-13 : 1317139879
Rating : 4/5 (74 Downloads)

Synopsis Europe for the Europeans by : Christina Schori Liang

For the last two decades the number of political organizations on the far right, neo-populist right and neo-conservative right has been growing. Along with the mounting electoral success for many of the parties there has also been a growing disenchantment with the political class which has led to a revolt against the current political 'establishment'. The events of September 11, 2001 and the 'War on Terror' have further aggravated tensions within the populations between those who feel they are the 'legitimate' citizens of the state and those who are considered 'outsiders'. The recent expansion of the EU's borders has also brought on fears of a surge of both legal and illegal immigration. All these factors have led to a growing number of cases of harassment and outbursts of violence aimed at asylum seekers and ethnic minorities in Europe. This book measures the effects of neo-populist groups on the current political establishment and illustrates how much political appeal neo-populist views have on making current political policy.

The Populist Radical Right in Central and Eastern Europe

The Populist Radical Right in Central and Eastern Europe
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Publisher : Routledge
Total Pages : 243
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ISBN-10 : 9781317557128
ISBN-13 : 1317557123
Rating : 4/5 (28 Downloads)

Synopsis The Populist Radical Right in Central and Eastern Europe by : Andrea L. P. Pirro

Often neglected in the study of far right organisations, post-communist Europe recently witnessed the rise and fall of a number of populist radical right parties. The Populist Radical Right in Central and Eastern Europe is the first comparative study to focus on the ideology, impact, and electoral performance of this party family in the region. The book advances a series of arguments concerning the context and text of these parties, and systematically analyses the supply-side and demand-side of populist radical right politics. Whilst populist radical right parties in Central and Eastern Europe maintain broad similarities with their West European counterparts, they come across as a distinct phenomenon worthy of study in their own right. Parties like Ataka (Bulgaria), Jobbik (Hungary), and the SNS (Slovakia) resort to historical legacies and contextual idiosyncrasies to frame their ideology; interact with other parties over a number of policy areas; and ultimately compete for public office on the basis of their nativist agenda. The book provides a novel framework for the analysis of different aspects of populist radical right politics, notably enhancing the understanding of this phenomenon by means of primary data such as personal interviews with party leaders and original expert surveys. Using the ideological features of these parties as an overarching analytical tool, this book is essential reading for students and scholars researching the far right, post-communist issues and European politics in general.

The Oxford Handbook of Electoral Persuasion

The Oxford Handbook of Electoral Persuasion
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Publisher : Oxford University Press
Total Pages : 1124
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ISBN-10 : 9780190860837
ISBN-13 : 0190860839
Rating : 4/5 (37 Downloads)

Synopsis The Oxford Handbook of Electoral Persuasion by : Elizabeth Suhay

Elections are the means by which democratic nations determine their leaders, and communication in the context of elections has the potential to shape people's beliefs, attitudes, and actions. Thus, electoral persuasion is one of the most important political processes in any nation that regularly holds elections. Moreover, electoral persuasion encompasses not only what happens in an election but also what happens before and after, involving candidates, parties, interest groups, the media, and the voters themselves. This volume surveys the vast political science literature on this subject, emphasizing contemporary research and topics and encouraging cross-fertilization among research strands. A global roster of authors provides a broad examination of electoral persuasion, with international perspectives complementing deep coverage of U.S. politics. Major areas of coverage include: general models of political persuasion; persuasion by parties, candidates, and outside groups; media influence; interpersonal influence; electoral persuasion across contexts; and empirical methodologies for understanding electoral persuasion.