It may not just be immigration and economic anxiety at play but also a sense of cultural anger and loss. Vigilance is needed
A rightwing populist party, led by a familiar anti-establishment figure, gathering momentum. A Labour government enjoying a comfortable parliamentary majority but struggling.
I’m talking about British politics but the description could also fit Australia. The summer has revealed One Nation enjoying an extraordinary resurgence. A Redbridge poll has placed One Nation primary support at 26%, eclipsing the Coalition and putting it within striking distance of Labor. Pauline Hanson’s favourability rating is higher than that of Anthony Albanese (38% versus 34%).