What Policies and Practices Created Mass Politics in Western European

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Essay

What policies and practices created mass politics in western European states? Did these changes fulfill the aims of earlier nineteenth-century liberals? Why or why not?

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Definitions:

Compassionate Conservatism

A political philosophy that stresses using traditionally conservative techniques and concepts in order to improve the general welfare of society.

Disillusionment

A feeling of disappointment resulting from the discovery that something is not as good as one believed it to be.

Immigrants

Individuals who move from their country of origin to live in another country, often for reasons such as seeking employment, better living conditions, or escaping conflict.

PhD's

Advanced academic degrees awarded by universities, typically representing the highest level of formal education or research ability in a specific field or discipline.