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“Politics now is fractured. The rising tide of nationalism and populism threatens to consume our politics. Whether it is Trump or Putin abroad, or Boris Johnson and Nigel Farage at home, our political order is increasingly dominated by forces that seek to divide us.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Labour Party Conference, 2018
Nationalism and populism are fragmenting politics worldwide, with leaders on both sides exploiting division, threatening democratic cohesion.
In simple terms: Divisive politics erodes democracy.
Promote inclusive dialogue.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- election campaigns
- public policy debates
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can societies resist division?
- What policies foster unity?
Populist narratives can be resilient.