Democracy

When all other forms of political participation fail, protest can succeed in influencing climate policy.

In a world grappling with the climate crisis, social unrest, and polarisation undermining democracy, an oasis of ideas for a better future has bloomed. It happened in Milan during the Spring School on Climate Citizens’ Assemblies. The two-day event brought to the same room the instigators of the next wave of participatory democracy that looms on the horizon. Uncover their stories, insights, and dreams for a greener tomorrow for Europe.

Criticised for their disruptive demonstrations, Letzte Generation climate activists find few allies in their uphill battle for climate.

49 years later, Portugal’s Carnation Revolution still teaches a vital lesson to today’s democratic politics.

After another close election, Bulgaria’s commitment to green transition remains an open question.

Protests rage in Georgia as its authoritarian governing party steers away from the country’s commitment to EU membership.

Two experts react to Nigeria’s presidential election and its future relation with the rest of the world.

Far-right parties kept winning elections and holding influence on society, attracting part of the political establishment.

A new leadership offers Cyprus chances for radical change, but more effort should be asked when it comes to defending the island’s rich environment.

In the first of a new monthly column on the German Greens in government, Inge Jooris unpicks the messy result of a messy election.