Economics
The Evolution of Political Party Ideologies in Response to Globalization
Quick fact
In the 1990s, mainstream left and right parties in many democracies converged on free trade and open borders, but globalization has since torn them apart, giving rise to new parties that combine left-wing economics with right-wing cultural nationalism.
Why this is interesting
You've probably noticed that political parties today don't fit neatly into the old left-right boxes. Why are allies of yesterday now bitter enemies?