In person icon Populist and Parties at the Local Level

Abstract

Populist movements and parties have reshaped political landscapes across the globe, yet much of the scholarly focus remains on their national-level strategies and rhetoric. This panel shifts the lens to explore the dynamics of populism at the local level, where populist actors engage more directly with communities, local governance structures, and grassroots mobilization. The panel investigates the interplay between populist movements and local political parties. Together, the contributions offer new insights into the tactics and consequences of populism at the local level, broadening our understanding of its multifaceted nature. By focusing on populist parties and movements within local contexts, this panel highlights the importance of local political dynamics in shaping broader populist trajectories. It aims to stimulate discussion on the challenges and opportunities populism presents for local governance, community cohesion, and democratic resilience.

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