Populism (noun)

1. A political ideology that supports the rights and power of ordinary people.
2. A political strategy that seeks to appeal to ordinary people by giving priority to their needs and interests.

Origin:

From the latin word populus meaning "people".

Examples:

1. The populist party promised to improve the lives of the working class.
2. The populist leader promised to take on the corrupt elite.
3. Populism is on the rise in many countries around the world.
4. Some argue that populism is a threat to democracy.
5. The populist movement called for a return to traditional values.