In this session Professors Will Jennings and Gerry Stoker will present evidence and analysis on the phenomenon of anti-politics and its likely impact on the 2015 General Election. The “anti-politics” phenomenon is complex but is reflected in negative attitudes towards mainstream politics and political parties among citizens. Those attitudes present an opportunity for some political leaders and a threat to others and challenge to all. Citizens themselves may be disengaging or simply disillusioned from mainstream politics and they may be exploring alternative ways of expressing their politics.