Piccoli: Political Mainstream 'Whacked' by Populism

The video discusses the issue of dwindling trust in Western democracies, highlighting how low trust environments hinder effective governance. It explores the rise of populism and the challenges faced by mainstream political parties, particularly the center-left in Europe. The discussion includes strategies for political parties to regain trust and the impact of economic constraints on political decisions, using Syriza in Greece as a case study.

What does Leonard Bershadsky identify as the West's biggest problem?

How does low trust in government affect democracy according to the text?

What factors contribute to the decline of trust in mainstream political parties?

What challenges do center-left parties face in the current political environment?

What measures did the Syriza government have to adopt according to the text?