Over the last decade we have seen a rise in support for populist parties across Europe. These populist movements represent a very real threat because of their general lack of commitment to democratic …
Italian Populism: Shut Them Out or Address Their Concerns?
Italian populism has hit a temporary roadblock with the Movimento 5 Stelle (Five Star Movement M5S) changing their populist tone due to the COVID-19 pandemic, however, with Salvini’s party the Lega in …
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France Has Dipped Two Toes Into Authoritarianism – Will It Dive In?
A pair of controversial bills coming to the French Senate this month have many worried about the authoritarian pandering of the current administration, leading up to the elections next year. Some …
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Recent Terror Attacks Deepen Polarization and Threaten Democracy in France
Fear, resentment and hate are making a comeback in France. Indeed, the recent terror attacks that took place in Paris, Nice and Lyon in October 2020 have reopened old wounds among the French …
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French Revolution Part II?
Photo above is a statue of Marianne, one of France’s biggest symbols who was considerably damaged during the yellow vest protests in 2018. Photo taken from the Huffington Post. France’s democratic …
The Curse of the Weimar Republic
World War II is regarded as the deadliest war in history, showing the abominable consequences of totalitarian regimes and establishing global tensions that still exist today. The war ended more than …
Evaluating Potential Authoritarian Threats: Is French President Emmanuel Macron a Populist Leader?
Many consider National Front leader Marine Le Pen’s loss of the 2017 election a victory for the preservation of French democracy, as she is widely considered an anti-democratic populist. By Levitsky …
Is Portugal truly on the Path to Stability? by David Christopher Couto
Since Portugal renewed it’s democracy in 1976, economic instability and government ineffectiveness have plagued the country. Leaders and government change often while progressive …
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