"Populism" is a term that has been the subject of much controversy in the past few years. But what exactly is it, and why is it just so appealing to Western voters?

<p>"Populism" is a term that has been the subject of much controversy in the past few years. But what exactly is it, and why is it just so appealing to Western voters?</p>

Elitists operating in pop culture, establishment politics, and the mainstream media have decided that their opinions are the correct ones, dismissing anyone who disagrees with them as intolerant or uninformed. While other commentators may be vying for insider clout, Lauren Chen is one "pseudo-intellectual" who's happy to be on the outside.

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