Memes of Power: How Digital Culture Transforms Populist Movements and Rewrites Global Politics

Populist movements are no longer built solely in town halls or rallies—they are forged in memes, hashtags, and viral videos that circle the globe in seconds. The fusion of digital language and political activism has created a new era of “techno-populism,” where pop culture becomes weaponized and entertainment merges with ideology.Memes of Power takes readers inside this transformation, explaining how political actors harness the tools of online culture to mobilize crowds, frame narratives, and disrupt traditional institutions. From ironic internet humor to TikTok campaigns, digital symbolism now rivals traditional speeches in shaping collective identity and political momentum.This book offers a clear, authoritative, and accessible analysis for anyone seeking to understand how online communities are reshaping democracy, activism, and public life. It shows how digital culture can empower voices but also polarize, destabilize, and mislead on a global scale.If you want to decode the political future hidden in memes and movements, this is your essential guide.