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populist

[pop-yuh-list] / ˈpɒp yə lɪst /


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“He’s a phenomenon of populist politics,” Toth said.

From Salon • May 29, 2026

As Capp explains, "This was a sort of populist political gesture, essentially inviting the moral support of the crowd."

From Science Daily • May 7, 2026

With this single line, Ms. Osmon writes, Mr. Springsteen “transformed into a populist leader.”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 6, 2026

The possibility of a populist backlash is especially relevant currently, given that the share of national income going to labor is now at an all-time low.

From MarketWatch • May 6, 2026

Some, like Erich Korngold, leapt enthusiastically into this new, populist role with skill and seriousness, widening the scope and capability of the film orchestra in the process.

From "The Story of Music" by Howard Goodall




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