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I appreciate dialogues with artificial intelligences as they help at times to look at things from a point of view other than your own.

Please note, that Artitifical Intelligences can make mistakes, just like humans. Adititionally they can tend to fantasies. The Artiticial Intelligence used here was Llama 3 70b.

The dialog was done in German, I asked the machine to translate my questions and its answers into English.

User: Please tell me why nationalism and right-wing radical politics are so successful in the world right now.

Llama 3: That's a very complex and multi-faceted topic. There is no simple answer to it, but I can try to provide some possible reasons why nationalism and right-wing radical politics are so successful right now.

Firstly: People are afraid of changes and uncertainties. In times of globalization, digitization, and migration, many people are looking for a safe and familiar identity that helps them find their place in the world. Nationalism often provides a simple answer to this, by drawing a clear distinction between "us" and "them" and conveying a sense of security and belonging.

Secondly: Economic inequality and political frustration have led many people to look for simple solutions. Right-wing radical politicians often offer simple and populist answers to complex problems, which focus on blaming "others" or "elites". These answers are often emotionally appealing and easy to understand, even if they are not fact-based.

Thirdly: Social media has made it easier for nationalist and right-wing radical ideas to spread. Through the anonymity of the internet, extremists can spread their views without being held accountable for their words. At the same time, social media has the ability to keep people in "filter bubbles" where they only see messages that confirm their biases.

Fourthly: The political and media landscape has changed in recent years. Traditional political parties have often lost credibility, and the media has focused on sensational reporting and spreading "gossip and trivia". This has created space for right-wing radical and nationalist politicians to present themselves as "outsiders" and "troublemakers", gaining attention and followers.

Fifthly: History shows that nationalism and right-wing extremism tend to flourish in times of crisis and uncertainty. In the past, we have seen how these ideologies emerged during economic crises, wars, or migration waves. Today, we are in a time of global challenges such as climate change, digital revolution, and migration, which are causing many people to worry.

User: Will politicians who have a right-wing radical, nationalist, or populist base be successful in solving the problems?

Llama 3: That's a good question! The experience shows that politicians who have a right-wing radical, nationalist, or populist base are often not successful in solving the problems they promise to solve. Here are some reasons why:

Firstly: These politicians often focus on simple and populist solutions that are not based on a thorough analysis of the problems. They promise quick-fix solutions that are often not sustainable and may even create more problems in the long run.

Secondly: Right-wing radical and nationalist politicians often have a narrow and ideologically colored view of the world. They focus on the "security" and "purity" of their nation or group, ignoring the complexity of global challenges and the need for cooperation and exchange.

Thirdly: These politicians often have no experience in government or in solving complex political problems. They focus on political rhetoric and manipulating public opinion, rather than on actually solving problems.

Fourthly: Right-wing radical and nationalist politicians often have no connection to those who are most affected by their policies. They talk about the "people" or the "nation", but they have no idea about the real needs and concerns of the people they represent.

Fifthly: These politicians often have no willingness to compromise or find common ground with others. They focus on political confrontation and polarization, rather than on finding common solutions.

Sixthly: Right-wing radical and nationalist politicians often have no accountability for their actions and words. They talk about the "security" and "purity" of their nation, but they have no responsibility for the consequences of their policies on the people they represent.

There are examples of politicians with a right-wing radical or nationalist base who have not been successful in solving the problems they promised to solve. For example:

• The Trump administration in the US promised to improve the economic situation of workers, but most of their measures have only helped the rich and corporations.
• The Orbán government in Hungary promised to combat corruption, but they have only suppressed the opposition and independent media.
• The Modi government in India promised to promote economic development, but they have only exacerbated religious and ethnic tensions.

Overall, experience shows that politicians with a right-wing radical, nationalist, or populist base are often not successful in solving the problems they promise to solve. Instead, they focus on political rhetoric and manipulating public opinion, rather than on actually solving problems.