Rising nationalism and isolationism: anxiety about being labeled "globalist" could push policies like extreme trade protectionism, mass deportations without due process, or withdrawal from international alliances such as NATO.
Rising nationalism and isolationism: anxiety about being labeled "globalist" could push policies like extreme trade protectionism, mass deportations without due process, or withdrawal from international alliances such as NATO.
That would likely cause economic disruption, strained foreign relations, and a more insular society that weakens Western partnerships rather than strengthening them
Erosion of democratic norms: placating anti‑establishment extremists could normalize election denialism, attacks on independent institutions (the judiciary or media), and expansions of executive power, producing deeper polarization and a less stable democracy where "law and order" rhetoric enables overreach
Cultural and social restrictions: mirroring critiques of the left, an emboldened right might push "traditional values" to extremes—widespread book bans, tighter limits on reproductive rights, or mandated religious elements in public schools—provoking backlash, alienating moderates and younger generations, and shifting culture toward an authoritarian tone
Anti‑intellectualism and conspiracy mainstreaming: efforts to avoid alienating conspiracy‑prone bases could normalize distrust of science and experts on issues like climate, vaccines, or elections, undermining institutional trust and causing policy paralysis on urgent problems such as environmental and public‑health threats