Without Social Democracy, Capitalism Will Eat Itself
It’s a tragedy but there’s no way around it: At a time when it is most needed, social democracy is at an historic low point.
Politics
Analysis and debate on European and national politics, democracy, the rule of law, parties and elections, and Europe’s place in the world.
The Long Affair Between The Working Class And The Intellectual Cultural Left Is Over
Sometimes love comes to an end. The glow fades, the couple has grown “apart” or suffered what used to be called “irreconcilable differences”. This occurs
The Female Resistance
Antagonism is mounting between today’s right-wing populists and a somewhat unexpected but formidable opponent: women. In the United States, much like in Poland, women’s rights
Are Segmented Labour Markets Feeding Populism?
While unemployment rates are continuing to fall in Europe and the US, many workers have discovered that finding a job may not solve all their
What Do Idi Amin, Erich Honecker And Theresa May Have In Common?
Brexit is about taking away citizenship rights from millions of people: British people, Irish people, Polish people, indeed from anyone currently a citizen of an
“Alternative Facts” And US Economic Policy
US President Donald Trump has an obvious problem with data that he doesn’t like, as he showed on his first full day in office, by
European Convergence And The Role Of Progressive Forces
The European Union and Eurozone are faced with significant, historic challenges in 2017. Destructive forces in Europe, expressed through far-right parties and their divisive rhetoric,
Europe’s Perfect Economy? What The European Working Conditions Survey Tells Us About Germany
Job security and a safe physical environment are crucial aspects of working life, and these are cornerstones on which Europe’s powerhouse economy is built. Several
Decent Work, A Global Perspective
The United Nations 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development commits UN member states to “leave no one behind.” One crucial component of that commitment – encompassed
Emmanuel Macron: Catch-all Candidate
A new concept has emerged in political science in recent decades: the catch-all party or the party that attracts from all sides – beyond social
Germany, Trump And The World
Donald Trump is now the 45th President of the United States, and in his inaugural address he made it clear to the assembled US establishment
Migrants Face Long Road To Integration In Europe’s Labour Market
The refugee crisis has posed significant challenges for Europe – we have not seen such a large-scale migration of people since the Second World War.
Broken Politics: From 9/11 To Today
The inauguration of President Trump, the separation of the UK from the European Union, the rise of the populist right across the US and Europe,
Trump’s Two-Step Strategy To Take Over The Truth
Donald Trump is such a consummate liar that in coming days and years our democracy will depend more than ever on the independent press –
A New Deal To Save Europe
“I don’t care about what it will cost. We took our country back!” This is the proud message heard throughout England since the Brexit referendum
After Brexit: Prioritising A Social Europe
If it were only a question of the UK’s withdrawal from the EU, one could take a more relaxed view of Brexit. Decision-making within the