The article was about 'populism' and its corralling effects on us, the herd. Populism can be from the political left, right or centre. But it's most destructive when combined with extreme nationalism. Populism mainly involves preying on peoples' unsubstantiated fears plus inventing 'enemies' such as what we're presently experiencing over the fruitless discussions about 'Islamophobia'. It would be best to confront populism whenever it emerges.