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09.05.2017
What is Needed is a Progressive Vision of National SovereigntyDemocracy

Rather than letting the Right monopolise the idea of national sovereignty, the Left must construct a progressive vision of it and centre it in their politics.

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27.04.2017
In Good Company: The German Energy Transition and its Echo in FranceClimate and Energy

France and Germany historically represented two different approaches to producing energy. Are they growing closer?

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26.04.2017
The Dutch Demise of Social Democracy: A Green Opportunity?Politics

A striking yet underreported feature of the recent Dutch elections was the downfall of the labour party. What led to this? What does it mean for Greens?

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25.04.2017
Is Social Democracy Ever Coming Back?Politics

Is social democracy in irreversible decline or does it need to be reimagined by different forces, such as the Greens?

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19.04.2017
France Has Voted for Renewal – But in Which Form?Politics

In the second and final round of the French presidential campaign - what kind of vision for renewal will French voters ultimately opt for?

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14.04.2017
The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly Side of CitizenshipSociety, Media and Culture

The origin and meanings of citizenship - what does it mean today in an era of mass migration and security fears?

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14.04.2017
In Citizens we Trust: How Street Protests Became the Last Democratic Resort in RomaniaJustice

Romania's huge anti-corruption protests are significant for the country and Europe.

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11.04.2017
Finland Takes a Giant Green LeapDemocracy

Finland's municipal elections on 8th April saw the Finnish Green party win an unprecedented 12.4 per cent of votes across the country and right-wing and populist parties take a beating.

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06.04.2017
Cause for Concern: Why We Shouldn’t Feel Relieved After the Dutch ElectionsDemocracy

Despite the expressions of relieved euphoria after the Dutch elections, there is little to celebrate.

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03.04.2017
Who Will Press the Reset Button First: Turkey or the EU?Democracy

The upcoming referendum in Turkey might give President Erdogan even greater power, threatening democratic rights in the country.

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