These concerns are too often dismissed and sneered at. There have always been plenty of people who think their interests are not best served by those in positions of power, angry about foreign competition or immigration, sympathetic to a strong man willing to break the rules. Understanding the Global Rise of Populism In this Strategic Update, Michael Cox explores the causes of populists' recent electoral successes around the world. But we are already on the retreat in London. <> Exploring the rise of populism: 'It pops up in unexpected places' How we paired up with a network of political scientists to create a wide-ranging series and a groundbreaking database. There were a limited number of media outlets some of which certainly flirted with populism but were never fully captured by it. In the context of the United Kingdom, right-wing populism means English nationalism. <> As last week’s local elections demonstrated, we should not take our support for granted in the wider South East, especially if we are seen to be hostile to the values of liberal, university-educated, centrist voters. Policies and politicians that, not that long ago, could be dismissed as extreme, divisive or impractical are succeeding in winning large numbers of votes. Do we have the courage and honesty to spell out the trade-offs, the risks as well as the opportunities? They weren’t. Around the rest of the world, we have seen new, populist parties quickly finding themselves in government. But it has left some voters bemused and angry that the simple Brexit they were promised by some has not been delivered. It would be assertive and fearless in defence of traditional values and promise a return to a simpler, more innocent age. Our public finances were predicated on a level of growth that proved to be illusory. À����a���EY������=cW_q]_���Bg��™��&aiq_�Ѭ�lW5~����Y�چ��ٰ�X7����<3�,&uD�óhJ:�e1�Lg�=,"̃$?K��"ȸC�VK6ຖ�����/�Y�2���tl��T�w l�ڝ���"f�DI��"��?����4Aj���qBK�'��W�"���:�!M��5� Anti-establishment messages resonate. One of our two great political parties is led by Jeremy Corbyn, someone who spent his first 32 years in Parliament on or beyond the fringes of British politics. Reluctance by some participants in this debate to accept that some choices have costs has meant that the debate on our future relationship has been, too often, characterised by wishful thinking. 8 0 obj Consider, in figure 3, how immigration salience corresponds to populist right support, courtesy of an article by James Dennison and Andrew Geddes of the European University Institute. Copyright © Onward, Company Registration no. endobj 11 0 obj That ‘elite’ might be defined in cultural terms – the ‘liberal elite’, seen as putting the interests of migrants or international institutions ahead of the indigenous population. endobj In recent years, we have already seen too much of this. That means recognising that, within the Conservative movement, there will be social conservatives and there will be social liberals. Ladies and gentlemen, we live in an era of extraordinary political turbulence. But I argue that such a choice would limit our electoral appeal and leave the UK badly placed to take advantage of the opportunities of the 21. century. To be clear, many of these decisions were popular. 12 0 obj Populism is on the rise - especially among Europe's right, and in the US, where it helped crown Mr Trump. First, if we want to be a broad church, we should try to de-escalate the culture wars. Over-simplifying issues – a tendency of the populist politician – only increases scepticism in our politics when claims turn out to be untrue. <>>> We should discourage a culture war over Brexit. Mainstream politicians (as that term has generally been understood for decades) are on the defensive. stream We could become a populist party, defined by one particular position on the Brexit debate, seeking to exploit anxiety and resentment about a fast-changing world. The adjustment – what some describe as the years of austerity – was made no less painful by the fact that it was both necessary and inevitable. �A�I�#��b~Zd##=�9��!��P��ː(t(�XcR��g�M��*'��2� How, ultimately, do we defeat populism? Two core issues lie at the root of today’s rising populism: the challenge of migration and the lingering euro crisis. In recent work (Pastor and Veronesi 2019), we emphasise the role of income inequality, which has risen sharply throughout the West in recent decades. If our response is not to become a populist party, how do we respond? And I think I should begin by stating what this speech is not. dPv��7M�d��7�"5�>�[������@TD�1��FS�C H�}����!�ޡp?��P�y[����oA�3oz]�sF�V�Y��y�.�gh London, the Home Counties and the Oxford-to-Cambridge corridor have rapidly growing populations and have, for the most part, been fruitful areas for returning Conservative MPs. Indeed, if we focused on gaining the support of just one side of the debate, there is a risk that this support would fall away when Brexit becomes a less significant issue. Whether of the left or of the right, whether Jeremy Corbyn or Nigel Farage, the politician that argues that much of the public has been let down by the ‘elite’ will strike a chord. The first, and so far dominant, cleavage is between cultural and economic explanations. In response to the glib, easy answer, we shouldn’t be frightened to say that, “well, it’s a little bit more complicated than that”. The emergence of social media has enabled those with non-mainstream views to find the like-minded. x��Z�o�8/�����"QDJ��!��Io�E��=��XJ,�-y%ٹ��73$R6m���?43$�3�� �n��~)�����b��J����v�����Mu��x��b�����}�gwO?\=ƌ� ��������3�� ��)���>��%{�?~�+����÷��������Ba�= Or to put it another way, it would involve shredding our economic credibility. Sixth, the Conservative Party has to win the economic debate. 2�Ĥy���=q����ȑ鉱�Ǩ f�|����U�+�L�E�Q����'EJ��B�=�)��D��}ʳ$�&. A coarsened political environment is an environment in which the populist politician can flourish. recent developments related to globalization may contribute to the rise of populism, the breeding ground which they create is not enough to produce such a significant rise of the phenomenon alone. That is the character of the British people. For the Conservative Party to become a truly populist party would mean abandoning our beliefs in an open, dynamic, pro-business economy and in fiscal responsibility. And a new political party – the Brexit Party, led by someone who has stood unsuccessfully for Parliament seven times – is currently riding high in the opinion polls. I don’t agree with that pessimistic outlook, but it is a sincere and well-motivated point of view. Historically, we have always found more to unite us than divide us. <> endobj This has led to a reaction. Nor can it afford to pursue every proposal for unfunded tax cuts. His remarks are republished below. The latter, however, is very likely, as extremism lends itself to populism. Instead, populism requires a “credible populist challenger”7 who, in … Two theories are examined here. stream endobj Our economic record in government since 2010 is something of which we should be proud – the deficit slashed, employment at record levels – given the mess we inherited. The emergence of China as a major manufacturing power has, as a whole, been beneficial to Western countries as it has helped lower the cost of living. Second, our politics needs to be more civil. That is the character of Conservatism at its best. There are many who argue that rising inequality is a driver for populism. Let me begin with the economics. endobj Aping populism won’t defeat populism. In December 2016, the Federal Reserve Bank of the United States raised interest rates. We should seek to unite, not divide. And, third, populism would undermine the United Kingdom. And a political strategy that seeks to exploit a sense of cultural insecurity would exacerbate divisions within society and send a clear message to minority populations and liberal voters that the Conservative Party was not for them. I set out how the rise of populism, the fragmenting of traditional party loyalties and the impact of Brexit means that there is a case for the Conservative Party to become a more populist, anti-establishment, culturally conservative party. That is not to say that Conservatives should never criticise business – there are legitimate arguments to make about the wider responsibilities of business – but if the Conservatives find themselves advocating policies widely considered to be economically damaging by business, we should not be surprised if this has a damaging impact on business investment and our long-term prosperity, as well as diminishing our electoral appeal. In the relatively tight general election of 1992, we achieved 45% of the vote in London and 48 seats. This was the first rate rise in almost 10 years. Seeking to build broad support, respectful of those arguing in good faith, open and honest about the consequences of the choices ahead of us, mindful of the economic impact – particularly on those most vulnerable in society – and taking a practical approach in order to find a constructive way forward. I am a little cautious about this, at least in the context of the UK, simply for the reason that inequality (contrary to what nearly everyone thinks they know) is not, in fact, rising. Or the ‘elite’ might be defined in economic terms – the ‘rich and powerful’, the ‘beneficiaries of neo-liberalism’, who put their interests ahead of the interests of wider society. %���� In recent decades, we have seen dramatic changes in the nature of our society – changes which, I would argue, are overwhelmingly positive. What has caused the rise in populism? On Thursday 9th May, Rt Hon David Gauke MP gave a speech for Onward on The rise of populism – what caused it and how the centre right should respond. What is to stop relatively mainstream Conservatives from being, if you’ll pardon the pun, trumped? The once marginalised find reassurance in digital echo chambers. Over the past ten years we've had a global financial crisis, the near-collapse of the eurozone, and years of austerity capped by the refugee crisis. ��M�!���R�_��^�L�y�R����6xꄣ�������b��N�v5�)�թP�Bl� It is an argument that deserves to be taken seriously. endobj In the course of this speech, I have merely touched on the issue of the era – Brexit. At worst, they consider their traditional parties to be hostile to them. 5 0 obj This then produces a rise in prices for all goods and services. We should believe in One Nation Conservatism. Do we succumb to populist arguments that may win easy applause but, in the end, will leave the public disappointed? So, does this lead us to maintaining a more orthodox approach to economics, but emphasising an agenda of cultural conservatism, wholeheartedly addressing the concerns of those who feel left behind and invisible? This long period configured our political compass toward compromise, but that compass now is swinging wildly, back and forth. The perception is that the once dominant culture is under attack and, unless defended, will no longer be around for future generations. Perhaps the most widely-held view of mass support for populism -- the economic insecurity perspective--emphasizes the consequences of profound changes transforming the workforce and society in post-industrial economies. The rise of populism is a frightening event to witness, from a young adult’s perspective, as all the values learned are immediately dismissed. 6 0 obj |�}*�^�Ⱦo5 �J�ŗN��L��O�\�^�� ��H�ĥ}��t�. In short, it is not where a responsible political party should be. We might disagree with them, but they should be treated with more respect than has often been the case. factmyth.com/factoids/right-wing-populism-and-left-wing-populism-are-different But I believe the approach I have set out should apply to how we address Brexit. for the above drivers of populism. Too often, populists argue that if a policy is good for one group it must be bad for another – that we are in a zero sum game. Like Dorothy, Americans have become disenchanted with their home. Whereas populism tends to seek to preserve existing jobs and industries, insulating an economy from foreign competition, the 1980s were a period when the government did not seek to prevent necessary structural changes. %PDF-1.5 Modern populism is generally thought to have emerged in the U.S. in the second half of the 19th century, when the People’s Party galvanized angry farmers opposed to the raw capitalism of the day. 2 0 obj That is not to say that employment will fall – I am optimistic that technology will mean different, more productive and interesting jobs, not fewer jobs. The financial crash and the ensuing Great Recession resulted in a collapse in trust for those in authority and a significant hit to real incomes. We need to de-escalate the culture wars, not inflame them. <> There is no doubt that this populist mood contributed to Leave’s victory in 2016. Pragmatic, practical, reasonable but determined. But there is no doubt that the 2016 Leave campaign tapped into a sense of grievance that the elites were not listening to those who felt disenfranchised and that the referendum enabled those voters to ‘take back control’. Values such as tolerance and acceptance are forgotten, and replaced with anger, fear and xenophobia. At best, they feel invisible to the concerns of their traditional parties. endobj We live in a period when the forces of populism are strong. Specifically, how should British Conservatives respond to it? Populism = The movement of people; that were born within the founding populist, or peoples party in 1892. In other words, this is a speech that argues for a Conservative Party to be a broad church and an advocate for mainstream values. <> But such an approach would be inconsistent with the great traditions of Conservatism in the UK, would narrow our electoral appeal and take enormous great risks with our economic prosperity and the integrity of the United Kingdom. *R^�ϣ`���[z��rM�uL��1L�>�x��m��e�e�� What exactly caused the rise of populism? ��s�l�л���}� Populism of left and right poses enormous risks to this country’s prosperity. The more ethno-centric the conception of the She took steps to make our economy more open through both unilateral and multilateral measures, foreign investment was encouraged, structural change embraced. Former Irish Prime Minister John Bruton explains. However, this is not just about electoral calculation. The rise of populism is evidently to have certain impacts on global politics and economy. Populism is one of the reasons why our political debate becomes coarsened, language more extreme, civility dismissed as weakness. Populist Movement, in U.S. history, politically oriented coalition of agrarian reformers in the Midwest and South that advocated a wide range of economic and political legislation in the late 19th century. And such views do not make them racists, on the one hand, or traitors, on the other. The notion of an unstoppable wave took it for granted that both Brexit and the election of Donald Trump were triumphs for populism. This sense of a changed cultural orthodoxy is often felt strongest in those communities that have traditionally voted for centre left parties, parties that have, in recent decades, been perceived as being more focused on furthering the interests of disadvantaged minority groups rather than on the centre left’s previous principal objective – furthering the economic interests of the working class. Nativist populism thrives in countries where immigration is perceived as disrupting – or presenting a potential risk Populism is a belief in the rights, wisdom, and virtue of common people. In other words, this is a speech that argues for a Conservative Party to be a broad church and an advocate for mainstream values. So, the first question: why now? Even without foreign competition, the number of manufacturing jobs would be falling as robots allow us to do more. It is also the case that the concerns of those who feel invisible must be recognised by mainstream parties. And I don’t intend to dwell on it. endobj Building Connectivity: How best to harness digital infrastructure to level up the country. But I would place greater weight on cultural insecurity – the fear that their culture is under threat and being marginalised. And may I thank Onward for the opportunity to make this speech. As the IFS has pointed out, income inequality has remained pretty consistent since the 1990s and, since the Great Recession of the late 2000s, earnings growth has generally been greatest for lower earners. Liberal democracy requires a level of tolerance and civility in our political debate which is increasingly absent. If mainstream parties do not address such concerns, it will leave the pitch clear for others. More broadly, the Conservative Party will have to make a choice about its future. Brexit is a test for the country. 7 0 obj And there could not be a worse time to do so. The biggest problem with populist policies is that too often, they’re just plain wrong. There always have been and, by and large, we have managed to rub along alright together. But it is a test for the Conservative Party. �-�gũ�ș�o�Q*�8qH�5�zd�6���ol�n�m�8M�g��y4|���d*���Cpc��v�:�f�A�J˖�2��cD��N�-|$e�!�Iƞ�f���%� ��_���G�DA9B�����I���$M����e���eF��킼 �q�M�������j��d#��y�� �Uƣ#7 �zG����-�/@� ���".8hX��)�b� �U?��֨�#�eS\�a�n�AV����M���F^���$M��&v�����M��ŵv=b�JzQҵ뺩��K ^a>�h ��C}~��a��)�O�Q�6�W|OI˭2�����ْ���R��������z�t5%x��y��[�Q�%�p� �75��P��f�BQrֲ���y��J�9 In the US, we have seen someone who has never held public office elected as President. There are at least three competing narratives. Or perhaps it is worth asking, why not before? It would be an agenda based on tough immigration rules and taking on political correctness. What sort of party should we be? Second, when it comes to any future leadership election, my position is to resist the clamour to stand. 11326052, Support Onward and our research programme, I set out how the rise of populism, the fragmenting of traditional party loyalties and the impact of Brexit means that there is a case for the Conservative Party to become a more populist, anti-establishment, culturally conservative party. But over-promising, over-simplifying and failing to deliver will only encourage further disenchantment. Read More on This Topic United States: The Populists How does a mainstream centre-right party survive and prosper in an era of populism? The explanations behind the rise of populism can be grouped into three types of cleavage. 2. To be sure, both Farage and Trump are populists, though not because, as the clichéd phrase goes, they “criticize elites.” Not everyone who criticizes elites is automatically a populist. But those dispersed benefits don’t take away from the fact that there have been concentrated costs for those who worked in now uncompetitive industries. And if barriers to advancement are removed, if opportunities are widened, the individual and society as a whole can benefit. The current historical shift is globalization. And whereas populism tends to be fiscally irresponsible – it is the politics of saying ‘yes’ and rarely of saying ‘no’ –  the Thatcher governments’ fiscal approach was thoroughly conservative, ensuring that we sought to live within our means, tightly controlling public spending and even allowing the tax burden to rise when necessary to get the public finances under control. When the Labour Party has adopted an economic agenda that, when implemented elsewhere, has invariably had catastrophic results, diminishing our own credibility and deserting the economic battlefield leaves our country at risk and throws away a huge electoral opportunity. But it is a speech about the future of the Conservative Party. So here are seven points to bear in mind. Nor is this an issue that is fundamentally about policy but about tone, attitude and ambition. What has caused this surge of support for populism? A recent spate of books on the rise of populism, especially in Europe, offers some initial answers: The authors enumerate the defining features of populism … Given all that, the rise of populist parties a… I remain confident that my resistance will be greater than the clamour. It should be based on an appeal to the common sense, pragmatic instincts of the majority. So, a properly populist approach would be economically wrong-headed, increase division in society, undermine our institutions – and the stability that they bring – and destabilise the integrity of the United Kingdom. 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