Here Laclau builds on his analysis of hegemony and radial democratic practice (Hegemony and Socialist Strategy, with Chantal Mouffe) and considers identity construction and the formation of collective identities. Presents a critique of the ‘collective’ as put forth by the populist agenda. See in particular ‘Populism, Representation and Democracy,’ ‘The Saga of Populism,’ and ‘Concluding Remarks.’