Bumper election year brings headwinds for liberal democracies

2024 elections witnessed a global wave of political upheaval, marked by the return of Donald Trump to the US presidency and rising polarization. Established democracies faced crises of confidence, with voters rejecting traditional parties and embracing populist agendas. Economic anxieties and desires for decisive leadership fueled support for figures like Trump and Viktor Orban, challenging the established liberal order.