Niamh Honor Jolliffe

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  • Niamh Jolliffe is an International Relations and Economics student at the University of Birmingham. She is interested in international conflict, political polarisation, and the functioning of democracy across different states, with a focus on how these dynamics shape global stability and governance. She aspires to pursue a career in diplomacy, working in international affairs and public policy.

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Niamh Honor Jolliffe: When Did Politics Become A Popularity Contest?

Traditionally, politics is seen as the contest of ideas, policies, and visions for the future. However, political debate has recently become more heavily focused on personalities rather than policies. the rise of social media, 24-hour news cycles, along with online political content has transformed several politicians into celebrities in there own right- meaning that public attention is often focused on...

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