When (Left) Populism Makes it to Government: The Case of Podemos

This book is concerned with the evolution of Podemos, the election of which arguably marks one of the most notable instances of left-wing populism making it to government. As junior coalition partner in the Sánchez II government, Podemos brought about the first coalition government in the Spanish democracy.

Through this case study, the book examines how left-wing populist parties adapt to their participation in government – how they navigate the challenge of institutionalization, how they c...