Inequalities lie at both ends of the equation of the crisis. Inequality is unsustainable in many ways: it puts in danger the cohesion of our societies and it is a driving force of our unsustainable consumption model. An interview with Jean Lambert MEP and Romual Jagodzinski from the ETUI.
Read moreIn 2012, the urgency seems to have once again reduced the political possibilities for investment into a green conversion of the economy. Therefore, if the Greens want to reinforce their social base for an “ecological re-industrialisation”, they must re-evaluate their definition of what is socially just and share this vision with as many people as possible, starting with social movements, both new and old. This could be their best way for surviving austerity.
Read moreThe success of the far-right candidate Marine Le Pen in the first round of the French Presidential election, and the success of similar nationalistic parties in other European countries, has left many wondering how the greens and progressive forces should respond to this perceived threat to European values.
Read moreFour years into the economic crisis, the global economy continues to verge on catastrophic failure. Debt-fueled capitalism, and its resulting inequalities, appear at fault, but what is the solution?
Read moreThis afternoon whilst strolling in the university gardens I had a most extraordinary, if not hallucinatory, encounter!
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Read moreA year after Fukushima, the debate around nuclear power continues.
Read moreThe Finnish Greens outline 10 suggestions for fixing the European economy.
Read moreThe ‘Occupy movement’ is a successful example of a campaign that has caused social upheaval right at the heart of society.
Read moreAn iComntroduction to a concept that is quickly gaining popularity, both inside and outside of the Green movement.
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