The 'Healthy Middle' Lost in Populist Politics

The video discusses the rise of right-wing populism and nationalism in Europe, driven by immigration and economic factors. It contrasts this with the US political climate, where economic recovery and full employment are present, yet political rhetoric from figures like Trump and Sanders suggests otherwise. The video emphasizes the importance of the political mainstream in the US, represented by figures like Clinton and Obama, against extremist views.

What factors are contributing to the rise of right-wing populism in Europe?

How does the immigration situation in Europe differ from that in the United States according to the text?

What are the implications of the Schengen regime being undercut in Europe?

Discuss the economic conditions in the United States that are mentioned in the text.

What role does income inequality play in the political landscape of the United States as described in the text?