Five lessons from the “Spitzenkandidaten” European Parliament campaign
Jean-Claude Juncker’s nomination is part of a “silent revolution” in European governance that will transform power within the EU
Cohesion & Governance
Rage against the machine: the rise of anti-politics across Europe
Can politicians ever win back the trust of the Eurosceptic voters who turned out in disproportionate numbers?
Who rules in Europe?
The European Union is facing a crisis of democracy. Will we choose the future or the past?
Explaining the EP election results – A 7-country cheat sheet
From Eurosceptic “earthquakes” in the UK and France to a surprising establishment win in Italy and increased turnout in Germany and France – the most notable results of the EP vote in 7 member states
Explaining the EP election results: UK
UKIP’s win puts even more pressure on Cameron
Explaining the EP election results: Spain
Spain’s two-party system gets a warning and populists join the fray
Explaining the EP election results: Germany
Merkel’s party comes out on top, and Germany’s first Eurosceptic party will be sending delegates to the EP
Explaining the EP election results: France
The French turn out in droves, the Eurosceptic Front National wins
What to watch for on election night: A 3-point guide
ECFR's explainer on the European Parliament elections
Britain’s Bulgaria-Romania phobia
The panic in Britain over prospective Bulgarian and Romanian immigration is based on a misunderstanding of European rules. It is also at odds with the country's best traditions.