Democracy and Autocracy in the Future

What is populism?

• ideology of a pure people versus a corrupt elite

• philosophy prioritizing the rights of minorities over the majority

• political strategy that emphasizes the importance of diplomatic relations

• type of governance that focuses on the distribution of wealth

Do you think it's important for populism to be strictly defined?

• Yes, all ideologies need to have a clear set of values and beliefs

• No, it is useful to be able to apply populism to many political contexts

• I really don't care honestly

• I have different thoughts! (Please share with us ☺️)

Narendra Modi is the current Prime Minister of Turkey.

• True

• False

What was the main driver behind Erdogan's victory in the 2018 Turkish presidential election?

• Support from religious minorities and liberal intellectuals

• A commitment to liberal democracy and human rights

• Economic anxieties, nationalist sentiment, and traditional values

• A focus on diplomatic relations and international cooperation

What do you think a populist America would look like? (This is hypothetical don't stress too much)