New era of powerlessness of those in power leaves mainstream political parties weakened, creates path for candidates who speak for the people-BBC

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12/8/15, "Europe may be witness to a new political era," BBC, Gavin Hewitt

"It is an era marked by events that emphasise the powerlessness of those in power - migration, terrorism, the force of change driven by technology. 

The mainstream parties are weakened. 

It is open season for the Trumps and Le Pens who declare they speak for the people."...




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