populism

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He famously declared, “there are no institutions, only the people exist.”Papandreou’s rise to power isn’t a unique story.In many democratic countries around the world,charismatic leaders vilify
political opponents,disparage institutions,and claim the mantle of the people.Some critics label this approach as authoritarian or fascist,and many argue that these leaders are using emotions
to manipulate and deceive voters.But whether or not this style of politics is ethical, it's certainly democratic,and it goes by the name of populism.

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