Human Rights in a Time of Populism: Challenges and Responses

The electoral successes of right-wing populists since 2016 have unsettled world politics, posing dangers for human rights within each country and threatening the international system for protecting human rights. Human Rights in a Time of Populism examines causes, consequences, and responses to populism in a global context from a human rights perspective, combining legal analysis with insights from political science, international relations, and political philosophy.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 295 pages
Publication date: 07 July 2022
Publisher: Cambridge University Press

The electoral triumphs of right-wing populists since 2016 have caused a significant upheaval in global politics, raising concerns about the protection of human rights both within individual countries and at the international level. The rise of populism poses a threat to the very foundations of the international system designed to safeguard human rights, as it undermines the principles of democracy, rule of law, and respect for human dignity.

In response to this pressing issue, Human Rights in a Time of Populism offers a comprehensive examination of the causes, consequences, and responses to populism in a global context, with a particular focus on its impact on human rights. Drawing upon a wealth of legal analysis, political science, international relations, and political philosophy, the authors provide valuable insights into the complex dynamics that underpin populism and its implications for the protection of human rights.

Through their comprehensive analysis, the authors offer practical recommendations on how to confront the challenges posed by populism in a human rights-sensitive manner. They emphasize the importance of promoting inclusive governance, fostering dialogue, and protecting the rights of marginalized communities. They also call for robust measures to counter the spread of hate speech, misinformation, and discrimination, which often accompany populist movements.

With its global scope, international human rights framing, and inclusion of leading experts, Human Rights in a Time of Populism is a valuable resource for human rights lawyers, political scientists, international relations scholars, actors in the human rights system, and general readers concerned by recent developments. By shedding light on the complex interplay between populism and human rights, this book contributes to the ongoing debate about the future of democracy, governance, and the protection of human rights in an increasingly interconnected world.

Weight: 436g
Dimension: 151 x 229 x 19 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781108707206