The US election has once again shown the continuing destructive march of populism that thrives on racism and bigotry. Majority of white Americans voted for him, knowing his record, perverted mindset, and bizarre approach to serious domestic and foreign policy issues. That is populism which is sweeping the world from Brazil to the US, to India and Pakistan, and to the Philippines. Democracy and its values are in danger as populism sweeps the planet. Concepts like white supremacy would need to be defeated if the mankind is to overcome challenges posed by inequality, carbon emission and unilateralism.

Source: The Express Tribune November 16, 2020 03:45 UTC