Leader and Citizen: Resurgence of Populism in the USA

Authors/ Publisher: Manira Akhter

Abstract:

Abstract

There is much discussion over whether populism threatens democracy. As everyone knows, populism is a major problem in global politics. Populist political leaders and parties have taken control of the majority of nations' politics, from west to east. The most alarming problem, though, is that populism is growing in popularity in powerful democracies, as demonstrated by the US presidential election in 2024. Populist parties are primarily run by charismatic individuals who pose as the people's true friends. Interestingly, yet, they consistently oppose pluralism. This article's primary goal, however, is to ascertain why the electorate of a powerful democracy like the US chooses a populist leader.Additionally ascertaining the causes of the rise in popularity of populist politicians in that region. What citizens should do, know, learn, comprehend, and prioritize before selecting a leader is another goal of this text. This essay additionally endeavors to examine how Trumpism adopts the populist ideology and leverages it to draw its supporters.