The contemporary world is ushering in an era of profound uncertainty. The global optimism generated after the end of the Cold War, which promised a liberal and stable international order, is gradually fading away. The fundamental reason behind this change is the reorientation of socio-economic policies and voters' perceptions. The countries that espouse normative values such as collective security, international institutions, and democratic values are facing challenges as a result of their own ill-conceived implementation. The result is not only a changing world order but rather a more fragmented and disorderly international system.

One of the most important indicators of this transformation is the global rise of populism. The rise of populism illustrates the hollowness of the perceived notion of voters' passivity in the democratic system. It can be argued that the resurgence of populist politicians shows the changing nature of voters in the 21st century. As the political system and the nature of ideological strands evolve, voters' consciousness and their demands are also changing. The rhetoric encapsulated in abstract values does not create resonance with voters. Populist narratives often represent global institutions as........

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