by Malik Bayorh | Apr 19, 2026 | Suffolk University
Imagine winning the most powerful office in the world and still governing like you’re the underdog. That’s the paradox at the center of modern populism and it isn’t accidental. With Donald Trump’s inauguration for his second term in January...
by Emma Miller | Apr 17, 2026 | Boston University
In March 2026, Italy saw the first major defeat of their current far right government. A referendum that would’ve allowed the incumbent to further control and reform the judicial system was not passed. Before understanding the significance of this vote, we must...
by Lizzie Casazza | Mar 30, 2026 | University of Houston
In November 2023, self-proclaimed anarcho-capitalist Javier Milei won the Argentinian presidency. His campaign ran on the promise of dismantling the existing political establishment that many Argentinians had grown dissatisfied with. Yet, rather than departing from...
by Nancybella Rago | Mar 29, 2026 | Suffolk University
An “anti-compromise” mindset from populist politicians continues to hinder negotiation between Democrats and the White House. On February 14, 2026 a partial government shutdown centered on the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) began, surrounding the Trump...
by Fiona Musaraj | Mar 27, 2026 | Suffolk University
Usually, breaking campaign promises consistently leads to the end of political careers. However, for Donald Trump, it seems that he is exempt from this fate. His polarizing rhetoric and constant violations of democratic norms have actually bolstered his support base...
