Many right-wing populists are no longer considered outsiders, and are increasingly participating in or supporting governments. Yet many voters may still not perceive them as being similar to other parties. Niklas Bolin examines the enduring impact of stigmatisation, and considers how it affects the Sweden Democrats
Associate Professor in Political Science, Department of Humanities and Social Sciences, Mid Sweden University
Niklas' research focuses on elections, political parties, and political behaviour.
Among other topics, it has addressed right-wing populist parties, party organisation, intra-party democracy, party leader selection, and youth wings.
His research has appeared in journals such as the Journal of Common Market Studies, Journal of Elections, Public Opinion and Parties, Party Politics, Scandinavian Political Studies and West European Politics.
