European and foreign policy implications of Bulgaria’s election
Borissov will probably have to make some symbolic shifts on foreign policy, but he is likely to do his best to be constructive within the EU
National Politics
No country for old moderates
The Dutch election has been interpreted as a victory for moderates over populists. But there are worrying signs hidden in the results.
Wilders’ 10 year plan
While Geert Wilders enjoys presenting himself as the next prime minister, in reality he is playing a longer game.
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Polarisation & Populism: What are the values of the new political tribes?
After the Brexit referendum and the US Presidential election, what do we know about changing attitudes towards values, institutions, immigration, and the environment? What are the new tribes of modern politics – and how can politicians reach them?
A potted history of EU referendums
EU-related referendums have a much better track record than the calamities of 2016 suggest
Romania protests: no flash in the pan
Latest attempt to de-fang the judiciary part of a long-term struggle that shows no sign of abating
French elections: The demolition game heats up
So far, this French electoral cycle is something in between a roller coaster and a demolition game. The French political system is accustomed to crushing incumbents, but this time the destruction has been more inclusive
Schulz, Merkel, and Gabriel: The ebb and flow of electoral politics
For both Merkel and Schulz, the upcoming campaign will be a litmus test of their European outlook
How to avoid a post-truth world
It is time to recognize that the integrity of information is part of the critical infrastructure of liberal democracy
Ten Foreign Policy Trends for 2017
Here are our ten trends (plus one bonus) that will define European foreign policy in 2017