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EPISODE · Apr 25, 2024 · 1H 46M

#214 Does voting for change really make a difference to the outcome?

from The Niall Boylan Podcast (They Told Me To Shut Up)

As you all know Niall Boylan is running for the EU lections in Dublin and today hes asking does voting for a change really work.In democracies globally, a growing number of voters are losing faith in electoral processes. Numerous individuals express frustration, feeling their voices go unheard. Some are gravitating towards political factions with radical populist agendas. This discontent among voters could stem from worsening living standards in Western nations, particularly the steady decline of manufacturing jobs and escalating inequality.These trends contribute to a diminishing trust in democratic institutions. Additionally, the proliferation of mobile internet has played a role, enabling the dissemination of misinformation and bolstering populist movements. Furthermore, it's plausible that elections fall short in delivering the economic improvements voters seek, leading many to question the true impact of electoral participation on their well-being.

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