Let’s Tune In To The EU’s Periphery: Slovak Democracy At Risk, Assassination Attempt of PM
Slovak Prime Minister survived an assassination attempt, yet Slovak democracy is still on life support.
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The Outcome of the EU Parliamentary Elections 2024: The Likelihood of a Far-Right Wave
This text explores the recent success of the far-right in different national elections in Europe to try and determine whether this might translate into a far-right “wave” at the next EU parliamentarian elections.
Let’s Tune In To The EU’s Periphery: Slovakia Elects Pro-Putin Left-Wing President
Slovak voters chose a pro-Russian President and risk their standing within the European Union and the West.
Let’s Tune In To The EU’s Periphery: Croatia, Potentially EU’s Latest Political Crisis
Croatian President Milanović threatens to violate the national constitution and run for Prime Minister, yet refuse to step down as President. He also dismisses the Constitutional Court ruling telling him it is unconstitutional and effectively bans him from running without stepping down as President by calling the decision irrelevant.
Berlusconi’s Populist Modus Operandi Will Live On
Silvio Berlusconi, former Italian Prime Minister, businessman, and media tycoon, passed away in June 2023, but left a legacy of populist politics emulated globally by leaders such as Boris Johnson and Donald Trump.
Democratic Backsliding and Self-Centered Foreign Policy: Hungary-EU Relations in Perils
The rise of Viktor Orbán’s right-wing populist party, Fidesz, in Hungary in 2010 has led to tension and conflict between Hungary and the EU. The Hungarian government’s numerous legislative acts undermine democracy, human rights, and the freedoms of its citizens, posing a pressing issue for both Hungarian citizens and the EU. The EU faces obstacles in holding Hungary accountable for its actions, but prolonged inaction could lead to increasingly severe consequences.
(Analysis) Navigating the Complexities of Georgia’s Political Crisis: Domestic and Foreign Policy Dimensions
The political crisis in Georgia is a complex issue with a mix of domestic and foreign policy implications. It challenges its pro-Western foreign policy and relations with the West, triggering debates on the possibility of Tbilisi’s shift toward Moscow, turning a blind eye to the need for democratic reforms and falling into authoritarianism.
Big Data: A Challenge for Democracy?
In the digital age in which we live in, there is new information available every second. From credit card purchases to Google searches, everything leaves a mark. Big data is that large digital footprint that collects what we do both online and offline. What can all this information be used for?
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[REPORT] Erdoğan’s Menu to Crush Down the Opposition
Like a ruthless chef who organises the preparation of his gustatory manipulations, Erdoğan is constantly developing new menus to enable …
The Presidential Image: Do Polls Tell the Truth About Gabriel Boric?
On March 11, 2021, Gabriel Boric won the Chilean presidential election with 55.8% of the votes. Fast forward four months later, and recent polls showcase a high level of disapproval –up to 50%– for his administration and overall image. As such, how did President Boric receive such a poor image in only four months of governing?