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Democracy and society

An (a)political World Cup

Trump is dreaming of a fairy-tale summer. But war, repression and travel bans could cast a shadow over the football tournament

By René Wildangel

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The last woman standing

What forms of organising can survive targeted oppression? Turkish feminists hold the answer

By Selime Büyükgöze

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Democracy and society

The coalition that ate itself

Romania’s mainstream parties united against extremism after the 2024 elections. That alliance is now starting to fracture

By Cristian Chiscop

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Democracy and society

The most deceptive form of stability

Barely visible, but crucial: the Council of Europe must demonstrate whether Europe’s human rights framework still holds up even in challenging times

By Ingmar Naumann

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Democracy and society

Escape from reality

The German left retreats from X. Yet those who seek political exchange only where it is comfortable will eventually lose their influence in society

By Nikolaos Gavalakis

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Democracy and society

Against the age of cynicism

From Trump to climate breakdown, the future looks bleak. But it is this despair that can become a force for change

By Chiara Cordelli

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Democracy and society

Who’s afraid of women at work?

The unease is cultural — but the effects of representation are measurable

By Bruna Borges, Fernanda Estevan

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Democracy and society

This time, things are different

— or are they? After four terms in power, Orbán’s Fidesz looks increasingly worn out. But can the newcomer Magyar really offer more than protest?

By Ernst Hillebrand

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Democracy and society

Reading tea leaves

Despite wins in Paris and Marseille, the local elections offer little clue to what comes next. The key question remains: will France’s left unite?

By Adrienne Woltersdorf

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Democracy and society

The golden Lego brick

Denmark’s upcoming election could hinge on centrist kingmakers

By Kristina Birke Daniels