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EU's Response to Threats: Lessons from Mussolini's Italy and Linz's Analysis

Mussolini's pre-March on Rome statement, highlighting a government's need to use force against threats, is used to illustrate Juan Linz's analysis of democratic breakdown; the EU's slow response to threats like Russia's 2014 annexation of Crimea and the Trump administration's withdrawal from global ...

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zeit.de
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Lit.Cologne 2024: Democracy, Populism, and Literary Discourse

The 2024 Lit.Cologne literary festival, running from October 26th to 28th in Cologne, Germany, features over 200 events with notable guests such as Nick Hornby and Joschka Fischer, focusing discussions on threats to democracy and right-wing populism; celebrating its 25th anniversary in 2025.

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Erosion of US Rule of Law Under Trump Loyalists

The US presidential transition is eroding the rule of law, with Trump loyalists in key positions promoting policies against scientific consensus and economic principles, highlighting a deliberate dismantling of governmental oversight and facilitating the spread of misinformation.

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60% Bias Score

Quality Education
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EU Bypasses Parliament to Approve €150 Billion for Ukraine Defense

The EU Commission used Article 122 to approve a €150 billion loan for Ukraine's defense, bypassing the European Parliament which responded with a non-binding resolution urging increased defense spending and greater oversight, despite some MEPs' concerns about democratic legitimacy.

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Schama: America's Faith Over Reason and the Future of Democracy

Historian Simon Schama discusses the unique American tendency to favor fervent belief over rational argument, its historical roots, and its contemporary influence on political and healthcare decisions, contrasting it with historical revolutions and expressing concern about the future of American dem...

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Good Health and Well-being
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Germany's Outgoing Bundestag to Decide on Debt Brake Amendment

The outgoing German Bundestag will hold a special session on March 13th to potentially amend the debt brake, enabling increased military spending and infrastructure investment—a move criticized for bypassing the newly elected parliament's lack of a two-thirds majority.

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Reduced Inequality
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Tasoulas Inaugurated as Greek President Amidst Domestic and International Challenges

Konstantinos Tasoulas was inaugurated as Greece's new president on Wednesday, succeeding Katerina Sakellaropoulou. The transition comes amidst significant domestic challenges, including demands for institutional reform and justice following the Tempe train disaster, and international uncertainties.

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Wilders Accused of Undermining Dutch Security, Cabinet Dismissal Urged

Culture historian Thomas von der Dunk accuses Geert Wilders, leader of the Dutch PVV party, of being a Putin mouthpiece, undermining European unity, and jeopardizing national security, urging the immediate dismissal of the current Dutch cabinet for its inaction.

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Wales to Introduce Recall Process for Misbehaving Politicians"

The Welsh government will introduce legislation to allow voters to remove misbehaving politicians from the Senedd after the next election in May 2026, though implementation may be delayed; constituents can vote to remove a politician who seriously breaches the rules; the Standards of Conduct Committ...

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EU Investigates Big Tech for Algorithm Bias, Protecting Elections

The EU is investigating X, TikTok, and Meta for potential manipulation of public opinion through algorithms, formal proceedings against X started in December 2023, and the DSA is being used to ensure large online platforms mitigate risks to users and elections.

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dw.com
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Mass Student Protest Planned in Belgrade Amidst Government Warnings

Following a city-wide blockade in Belgrade in late January, a student-led protest is planned for March 15th in Belgrade, prompting government warnings of potential violence and a strong response.

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Knesset Resumes Vote on Revised Judicial Appointments Bill

The Knesset Constitution Committee restarted voting on a modified bill changing the judicial selection process, aiming for approval before the April 2 Passover recess; the bill alters the composition of the committee and the appointment process for judges.

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