Left-wing political parties are experiencing a significant decline in popularity globally, averaging just 45% of votes in recent elections. The Right secured a notable 57% of the average votes. This trend follows Donald Trump's election win, with predictions of similar losses for the Left in Canada, Australia, and Germany. Experts cite immigration policies and rising identity politics as contributing factors.
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