Ideological Flexibility of Political Parties in the Era of Tr... - 9781032839707

Ideological Flexibility of Political Parties in the Era of Transnational CleavageA Comparative Study of Lega and Rassemblement National\nAuthor(s): Alessio Scopelliti\nFormat: Hardback\nPublisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd, United Kingdom\nImprint: Routledge\nISBN-13: 9781032839707, 978-1032839707\nSynopsis\nThis book provides a comprehensive analysis of how the parties of Lega and Rassemblement National have adjusted their ideologies over a four-decade period to adapt to the new transnational cleavage in Western Europe the conflict between pro-EU and anti-EU sentiments.\n\nIt sheds light on their ability to change ideological positions, policy stances, and adopt strategic shifts in response to the evolving political landscape. Drawing from a rich array of sources, the book challenges the perception of established radical right parties as inflexible, revealing their significant ideological adaptability. As such, it offers a richer understanding of the dynamics within the radical righ.