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Applebaum Warns of Far-Right Rise in Europe
Anne Applebaum discusses the rise of far-right movements in the US and its potential impact on Europe, advocating for social media regulation and increased European unity.
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Donald TrumpAnne ApplebaumOlaf ScholzJay D. Vance
- What changes do you expect in Trump's policies compared to his first term?
- Applebaum expects Trump to shift US support away from Ukraine, impacting Germany and Europe, who should prepare for this by strengthening alliances and investing in defense. She also expresses hope for European unity and German leadership.
- What are the parallels between the events in the US and the potential development in Europe?
- Applebaum sees parallels between the US and Europe, foreseeing the rise of similar far-right movements and advocating for EU regulation of social media to combat this, focusing on data control and algorithm transparency.
- With the division of powers in the US, how far can Donald Trump and his government realistically go?
- Applebaum emphasizes the weakening of the separation of powers in the US, with Republicans controlling the Senate, likely the House, and a majority of Supreme Court justices, diminishing checks and balances.
- What further polarization, changes in democratic institutions, or changes in political course do you expect in the US?
- Applebaum predicts further polarization and changes to democratic institutions in the US, driven by the stated aims of the Trump administration to radically alter the country's course, foreign relations, and governmental functioning.
- What is the main difference between the current rise of ultra-conservative forces in the US and previous political movements?
- Anne Applebaum highlights the shift in information consumption from traditional media to social media, where the narrative is controlled by the far-right, leading to a radical change in institutional demands.