(2015) Michael, George; Tribunal Superior Eleitoral
The Tea Party, which arose shortly after President Barack Obama
assumed office, is the most recent incarnation of American populism. Numerous
issues - including a protracted economic recession, alarming federal budget deficits,
concern over immigration, fiscal deficits, and a seemingly ineffective government
response to these problems - appear to be fueling the new right-wing populism.
But changing demographics in the United States will limit the potential of the Tea
Party and related movements insofar as they resonate almost exclusively with white
Americans. Unless the Tea Party can reach out to Americas increasing non-white
population, its long-term viability is limited.
