Many American commentators have had trouble understanding the rise of Donald Trump. How could such a figure surge to become the most likely standard-bearer for the GOP – much less have any chance of entering the White House?
Democracy Dies in Darkness
It’s not just Trump. Authoritarian populism is rising across the West. Here’s why.
By Pippa Norris
March 11, 2016 at 7:00 a.m. EST