Europe Must Prepare for Security Without America
European leaders face an unprecedented challenge: building continental defence whilst managing an unpredictable American president.
Why Real Democracy Needs Conflict, Not Consensus
Real democracy thrives on disagreement—unity without conflict often masks power and silences necessary political struggle.
Europe’s Bid for Autonomy: The Euro’s Evolving Global Role
President Christine Lagarde’s recent proposal signals a pivotal shift, aiming to elevate the euro’s international standing and bolster European foreign policy independence.
Navigating Uncertainty: Germany’s SPD Grapples with Its Future
Despite securing key ministries and policy successes, Germany’s Social Democrats face internal disarray and a fractured vision at their upcoming party conference.
The War on the Liberal Class
Liberalism’s core class is under siege—can the liberal order survive the global backlash against its institutional power?
The Future of Social Democracy: How the German SPD can Win Again
Social democracy can’t survive without vision. The SPD must rediscover its purpose and emotional power.
How Trump’s Tariff Regime Fuels Global Oligarchy
Trump’s radical tax vision could dismantle the IRS, reshape global inequality—and fuel a new economic war.
Universities Under Siege: A Global Reckoning for Higher Education
Governments worldwide are dramatically reshaping higher education, challenging long-held models and academic autonomy.
How Trade Unions Can Champion Solidarity in Europe’s Migration Debate
As migration policy reaches a crucial juncture, trade unions in Europe are challenged to expand solidarity-based strategies amidst intensifying crackdowns.
The Weak Strongman: How Trump’s Presidency Emboldens America’s Enemies
Trump performs strength at home—but abroad, adversaries see only institutional collapse and strategic weakness.
Ballots or Bans: How Should Democracies Respond to Extremists?
As extremists exploit democracy’s freedoms, should constitutions strike back—or always leave judgment to the ballot box?
Mind the Gap: Can Europe Afford Its Green and Digital Future?
Amid vast investment shortfalls, the European Union must rethink its funding strategy to achieve its ambitious goals.
Finland’s Austerity Gamble: Tax Cuts for the Rich, Pain for the Poor
A right-wing government’s fiscal policies, sold as a path to sustainability, appear to favour corporations and the wealthy, while the working majority face harsh cuts.
The Enduring Appeal of the Hybrid Workplace
For some workers, the future of work is not fully remote, nor fully in the office. It is, increasingly, a clever combination of both.
Europe’s Euro Ambition: A Risky Bid for “Exorbitant Privilege”
Christine Lagarde seeks a greater international role for the euro, but Europe’s economic realities present a complex challenge.
Trump’s Attacks on Academia: Is the U.S. University System Itself to Blame?
Amid Donald Trump’s hostility towards universities the question remains: how did the US leading scholars lose trust?
Shaping the Future of Digital Work: A Bold Proposal for Platform Worker Rights
A new draft convention proposes to establish a comprehensive rights and protections for platform workers globally.