Religion and the Rise of Populism (Hardcover)

Populism is on the rise around the world. Since 2016, with the US presidential election and the Brexit debate in the UK, populism has taken a central place in global discussions on democracy. This book aims to correct the oversight that, although religion has played a key role in populism in many countries, it has been curiously neglected in recent academic debates. The authors use case studies from around the world to provide global insights into this issue. The first part of the book focuses on the West, with authors exploring the important role of Anglican voters in the Brexit referendum; rural and pre-millennialist American support for Donald Trump; and the rise of political rhetoric on Muslims in Germany, Switzerland, and Austria. The book then moves beyond the West to consider leaders and political parties in Turkey, Macedonia, Greece, Kyrgyzstan, and Kazakhstan. The authors consider varied populist types, from more established 'ruling populists' to young upstart movements. This wide-ranging volume redefines the concept of populism as a political style that sets a 'sacred people' apart from its enemies, providing a timely yet grounded account that will stimulate further research and public debate. It was originally published as a special issue of the journal Religion, State & Society.

General

Imprint:	Routledge
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Release date:	July 2019
First published:	2020
Editors:	Daniel Nilsson DeHanas • Marat Shterin
Dimensions:	246 x 174 x 16mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover
Pages:	134
ISBN-13:	978-0-367-32115-4
Categories:	Books > Humanities > Religion & beliefs > General Books > Social sciences > Sociology, social studies > Social institutions > General Books > Social sciences > Sociology, social studies > Social issues > General Books > Social sciences > Politics & government > Political structure & processes > Political leaders & leadership Books > Religion & Spirituality > General
LSN:	0-367-32115-7
Barcode:	9780367321154

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