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The aim is to explore how education responds to populism's threats and to suggest effective strategies.

March 21, 2026FORUM

New populism and education: From target to response

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This article examines education's role in countering populism's challenge to democratic values, highlighting unique strategies.

The aim is to explore how education responds to populism's threats and to suggest effective strategies.
Examines the framing of educators within populist narratives.
Analyzes the impact of cultural grievance on education.
Proposes 'pedagogies of discomfort' as a response strategy.
Considers the importance of emotional responses to political messaging.
Education is often targeted by populist movements as seen in the framing of educators.
Critical thinking alone is deemed insufficient to combat populism's emotional appeal.
Developing emotional awareness can help students navigate political rhetoric effectively.
Nurturing relational capacities and love as a political practice can enhance democratic engagement.

Charlotte Haines Lyon (2026) studied this question.

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