Democracy

Local communities are at the forefront of adaptation. Could mutual self-organisation lead to a decentralised network of global solidarity?

Fifty years after the democratic transition, Portugal is facing a political crisis of which the growth of the far right is the most dangerous symptom.

European and municipal elections used to be an opportunity for parties opposing Orbán to score political victories. But this is changing.

Bulgaria suffers from growing voter apathy, reflected in declining turnout and exacerbated by a campaign filled with propaganda and personal attacks.

Female politicians are trying to bring change to the male-dominated Czech political scene. But challenging the hegemony of the Right is difficult.

The chances of a conservative majority after the EU elections are slim, but the normalisation of radical right is a wake-up call for progressives.

As EU elections approach, there is a perception of a disengaged youth. Is this picture accurate and can it change?

Poland’s new governing coalition is making good on its pledges, but side-lining the president has exposed it to accusations of undemocratic action.

Low voter participation in EU elections can undermine the democratic legitimacy of the EU Parliament. What could bring Europe closer to its citizens?

Ireland will vote on two changes to its Constitution. But the nature of the proposed changes poses major challenges to constructive public debate.