Work for all
An EU-wide job guarantee would be a counter-cyclical measure to tackle the health, employment and ecological crises together.
Politics
Analysis and debate on European and national politics, democracy, the rule of law, parties and elections, and Europe’s place in the world.
A watershed moment for citizenship education in Europe
The pandemic has reinforced the need for citizenship education, so individuals are equipped to cope with its global challenges—and all the others.
A new start for transatlantic social democracy?
A Biden administration could join forces with progressive Europe to rebut polarising populism on both sides of the pond.
Poland’s abortion protests—democratic standards at stake
The passion behind the demonstrations signifies a battle for basic democratic standards in a world of creeping authoritarian temptations.
A human-centred approach to the future of work: time to walk the walk
The centenary of the International Labour Organization saw publication of a major report on the future of work. Action on its recommendations is now even more urgent.
An economic recovery that puts workers and the climate first
The US election provides an opportunity to take stock of where the country is headed and whether it is addressing the deepening crises its society faces.
Women and welfare: interview with Mary Daly
Mary Daly tells Robin Wilson that the coronavirus crisis has exposed the partial and limited nature of gender-equality gains.
How to move forward
Sheri Berman explores how progressives can offer viable solutions and build effective political coalitions to reverse the populist victories since the financial crisis.
Freedom is why Black Lives Matter
The US presidential election highlights the gap between the promise of freedom and justice and reality for African-Americans fuelling the recent protests.
Social dialogue: an opportunity in the midst of crisis
Some claim social dialogue is a luxury in a crisis when quick decisions are needed. On the contrary, the pandemic has proved.
Fair wages are key to Europe’s recovery
Ensuring a high wage floor in the EU is not just the right thing to do to lift the low paid but is integral to recovery from the pandemic.
China takes the climate stage
Adam Tooze assesses the significance of China’s goal-setting for climate neutrality.
Evaluating democracy, the rule of law and fundamental rights in the EU
The defence of universal norms needs to be broadened beyond Hungary and Poland and beyond the rule of law.
Are there any persuadable voters left in the US?
‘White working-class men’ are seen as the hard core of Trump’s support, yet a big group of working-class voters—black, brown and white—are persuadable.
Golden Dawn verdict—no sunset for the far right
Paul Mason argues that with authoritarian conservatives in the White House and the Kremlin it’s no surprise the far right is thriving in Europe.
Reviving transatlantic relations after Trump
If Joe Biden were to win the White House, transatlantic relations could return to default or be transformed—with much depending on how Europe reacted.