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Populism's Meaning Fades Amid Cultural Division Debate

2/25/2026

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Oliver Eagleton argues that populism has lost its meaning in current political discourse.
He contrasts the left's focus on collective struggle with populism's tendency to foster cultural division and empower a single leader.
Peter Gray emphasizes the need to clarify the definitions of 'left' and 'right' in today's political discourse.

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Oliver Eagleton argues that populism has lost its meaning in current political discourse.
He contrasts the left's focus on collective struggle with populism's tendency to foster cultural division and empower a single leader.
Peter Gray emphasizes the need to clarify the definitions of 'left' and 'right' in today's political discourse.