The ultra-right parties have historically sustained outdated and fascist beliefs. Recently, however, the sudden rise to power of right-wing supporters - or "conservatives", as they prefer to be called – has been concerning me. The fact is that the loose and wide-ranging spread of these fundamentalist groups around the world is alarming. Therefore, I ask myself: why such an influential and threatening movement is taking place in the twenty-first century? Most importantly, are there viable solutions to this problem? In Europe, for example, extreme-right parties are gaining supporters all over the mainland. In the old continent, leaders of nationalist parties have described themselves as the protectors of a welfare state that is allegedly under attack from immigration policies defended by liberals. Recently, far-conservative groups have rose severely as nations that were almost completely white and Christian in the past, received a mass influx of Muslim refugees from North Africa and the Middle East. Also, the situation worsened due to the economic insecurity caused by the euro financial crisis, as the left-parties The traditional responses to the far-right politics thrive in the world have proven to be largely unsuccessful. Ignoring the problem is not effective either. Therefore, I believe organizations and established political parties – especially on the left - should seek for innovative approaches to fight populism. Perhaps, the best way to contain these movements is to maintain a strong communication with local communities to get them informed and involved in politics in a positive way. We need better regulations to guarantee that this fast spread of fascist beliefs has limited impact on societies. I hope the world does not end up in the hands of Bolsonaros, Trumps or other Neo-Nazi politicians. After all, we deserve
It was during the 1920’s to the 1940’s that totalitarian control over the state escalated into full dictatorships, with the wills of the people being manipulated into a set of beliefs that would promote the fascist state and “doctrines”.
In all the history of America one thing has been made clear, historians can’t agree on much. It is valid seeing as none of them can travel back in time to actually experience the important events and even distinguish what has value and what doesn’t. Therefore all historians must make a leap and interpret the facts as best they can. The populist movement does not escape this paradox. Two views are widely accepted yet vastly different, the views of Richard Hofstadter and Lawrence Goodwyn. They disagree on whether populists were “isolated and paranoid bigots” or “sophisticated, empathetic egalitarians”; whether their leaders were “opportunists who victimized them” or “visionary economic theorists who liberated them”; whether their beliefs were rooted in the free silver campaign of the 1890s or the cooperative movement of the 1880s; and finally whether their ideal society was in the “agrarian past” or “the promise of a cooperative future”. They could not agree on anything, over all Richard Hofstadter seems to have a better idea of the truth of populism.
One major effect of extreme nationalism is the genocide that occured in Europe during World War II. Throughout World War II different groups or races and religons were selected and executed in large number by the Nazi's. The Nazi's believed that they were superior to all races and no one desereved to live but them, the Aryan race.
Powerful. Representative. Influential. These are some of the various words that are utilized to describe how political parties have been and continue to be a dominating force in American politics. Political parties have established organization throughout society by creating a two party system, the Democrats and the Republicans, within institutions as well as the general public. Over the years, political parties have been an essential aspect of American politics and have given American citizens an opportunity to express their opinions. Political parties provide all eligible citizens the opportunity to participate in politics by selecting a party that best defines and implements their views. In addition, political parties play an important role in educating American citizens and encouraging them to vote. Political parties also allow America to sustain a democratic form of government, in which the people have a voice that matters. The formation of political parties has contributed to America becoming a democracy and has helped to ensure that America does not develop into a dictatorship. Therefore, political parties are beneficial for American politics and have a positive impact on society by uniting and organizing Americans with similar political viewpoints, mobilizing voters, and striving to maintain a democracy to protect America from a dictatorship.
that it was up to them to shape the way this new land would function,
The National Front (aka. Front National, FN) is Frances largest far-right party. In France's 2002 presidential elections, they surprised that nation by coming in second to Jaque Chirac (RPR party.) This was a surprise because polling at the time indicated that the first round would result in the second round being between Chirac and Jospin (Socialist Party.) This election in 2002 was monumental for France, and perhaps indicative of a larger trend for the country. It was the first time the second ballot run-off would be between two conservative candidates, and also the first time a far-right candidate had achieved a share of votes to win his or her way to the second round. Subsequent elections have fared worse for the FN, due to electoral reforms enacted for future elections. However, despite this setback, there have been gains made by the far-right parties. It now seems that the FN may be poised for another surprise upset in the 2012 national elections. It's undeniable that a trend is developing within European opinion polls that indicate the expansion and increased acceptance of far-right parties. The question is, has this trend reached a tipping point in France, and what are the possible causes for this trend?
One notable area is the close ties between government and the businesses. Conservatives are known for giving tax breaks to businesses and the wealthy. Some speculate this is due to the influence money has in elections. Another overlap between fascism and conservatism is how nationalism is used to manipulate and control the populace. Michael Parenti says in his essay Fascism: The False Revolution, that, “With leader worship and state worship, there 's the glorification of militarism, war and conquest. But these are all basically conservative symbols. There are all these to get people distracted from their own immediate interest, political, economic, class interest, and get them galvanized into this type of thing, the war, the conquest, and militarism. (Parenti 3)”. Wedge issues have been used in the past and will be used in the future. Marx would likely agree with Parenti and make the argument that wedge issues are tools used by the bourgeois to entrap the people within the corrupt system of
Everyone has their own set of ideas, concepts and beliefs about how a government and a country should operate. Each person considers their own position to be “correct”. Fortunately, for a multicultural country such as America, there is room for every opinion, and it is the fusion of those opinions that make America the greatest country on earth.
The Republican party is one of the two major POLITICAL PARTIES in the United States, the other being the DEMOCRATIC PARTY party. It is popularly known as the GOP, from its earlier nickname Grand Old Party. From the time it ran its first PRESIDENTIAL candidate, John C. Fremont, in 1856, until the inauguration of Republican George BUSH in 1989, Republican presidents occupied the WHITE HOUSE for 80 years. Traditionally, Republican strength came primarily from New England and the Midwest. After World War II, however, it greatly increased in the Sunbelt states and the West. Generally speaking, after World War I the Republican party became the more conservative of the two major parties, with its support coming from the upper middle class and from the corporate, financial, and farming interests. It has taken political stances generally in favor of laissez- faire, free enterprise, and fiscal responsibility (at least until 1981) and against the welfare state.
Republicanism- The uprising of the second awakening made American to see the Roman Catholic Church restricting its people. The Republicanism, as they said, was “freedom”, while Romanism is “slavery”.
The changes that we have recently experienced at the global level, this new era of globalization, has made the entire peoples relive the feelings of nationalism, unfortunately in a wrong way. Because of leaders with the coveted power, these feelings of nationalism have been conducted through the anger, hatred, intolerance, and violence.
The Republicans had been slowly moving more toward conservatism (ideological Leftism) since Barry Goldwater won the Republican nomination for president in 1964, but they truly started to gain national momentum with the addition of southern racial segregationists, and the religious Right to the Republican party. This broadened coalition, combined with the difficulties that Democratic President Jimmy Carter (1977-81) experienced in office led to the election of conservative Republican Pres. Ronald Reagan. For more on the evolution of conservatism in the Republican party, you should look up a woman named Phyllis Schlafly, but the pivotal point was 1994 in my opinion. President George H.W. Bush who was certainly more moderate than Ronald Reagan
Nationalism has played a crucial role in world history over the past centuries. It continues to do so today. For many, nationalism is indelibly associated with some of the worst aspects of modern history, such as the destructive confidence of the Napoleon’s army and the murderous pride of Nazi Germany. Large numbers of people, descent in their hearts, have carried out unbelievable atrocities for no better reason than their nation required them to. Authoritarian and totalitarian regime have crushed dissent, eliminated opposition, and trampled on civil liberties in the name of the nation.
The United State’s current president, Donald Trump, has begun pushing isolationist ideas into the people’s minds from day one. He claims that without strong borders and limited immigration, the people won’t be safe, which is a radical belief. “The radical club is always there,” writes Brooks,
Pressure groups are known to be small and extremely diverse formed on the basis of interest and activities, their functions give them a high public profile where minds are influenced and driven to make change. “A Pressure group is an organisation which seeks to influence the details of a comparatively small range of public policies and which is not a function of a recognised political party” (Baggott, 1995: p.2). An aim of pressure groups is to generate support which can influence political agendas; this can directly persuade the government to consider taking action. In this essay I will concentrate upon exploring on various issues on pressure groups, discussing the relationship between the groups, their use of the media and their status as “insiders” and “outsiders” in the political process. Pressure groups have two main types of groups the insiders and outsiders, which each promote a common cause with a different relationship with the media and political party making one as an unheard voice in the public sphere. To the public Pressure groups is another form where the public can engage in politics, participating directly in the political process. I will also intricate in this essay the growths of pressure groups due to the use of the media and their political engagement. The size of a group is a basic indicator of how much public support they get especially those that posse’s open membership, they mobilise through demonstrations, protest involving some non members through organised events. The different types of well known pressure grou...