Tag: Democracy

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Supporters of Austria's Identitarian Movement (Identitäre Bewegung), a far-right organization, march through the streets of Vienna carrying a banner that reads "Resistance cannot be banned." The movement is part of the broader radical right network across Europe, advocating for nationalist and anti-immigration policies. Their demonstrations, like the one shown here, aim to resist what they perceive as threats to European identity due to globalization and immigration. These actions have sparked significant controversy and criticism, with many viewing the group’s rhetoric as promoting division and xenophobia.

Books

The Global Rise of the Radical Right: Transnational Alliances

About the book World of the Right: Radical Conservatism and Global Order…

Rita Abrahamsen

Michael C. Williams

15 Min Read

This photo captures a locked ballot box used in Carson, North Dakota, on October 30, 1940. Courtesy of the National Archives and Records Administration, it serves as a historical reminder of the democratic process, particularly during pivotal primary elections that help shape the political landscape.

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Primary Election Reforms in America: Lessons for Today

A growing number of democracies allow registered party members some say in…

Robert G. Boatright

22 Min Read

Supporters of Donald Trump gather outside the U.S. Capitol on January 6th, 2021, displaying flags and symbols that emphasize their partisan identity. The scene reflects the intense polarization in U.S. politics, where cognitive closure— the psychological need for certainty and clear identities—drives individuals to align strongly with their chosen political party, leading to heightened hostility and division between opposing groups.

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Cognitive Closure and the Rise of U.S. Partisan Polarization

About the Book The Closed Partisan Mind: A New Psychology of Partisan…

Matthew Luttig

15 Min Read

The image depicts a populist movement, with Le Pen often associated with right-wing populism in France.

Books Analysis & Theories

The Populism Trap: Discontents and Challenges to Democracy

About the book The Democratic Regression. The Political Causes of Authoritarian Populism,…

Armin Schäfer

Michael Zürn

16 Min Read

This image captures the striking contrast between the simple, traditional life of an Amish girl and the broader ideals of liberal democracy, emphasizing individual freedom and modernity. Explore how these two worlds coexist and the values they represent.

Analysis & Theories

Liberal Democracy and Illiberal Minorities

Illiberal practices, deeply rooted in certain cultural and religious traditions, often clash…

Karel J. Leyva

32 Min Read

Militant democracy: Image of an improvised wooden gallows with a noose, with the United States Capitol building in the background. This scene is from the attack on the Capitol on January 6, 2021.

Books

Militant Democracy: Legal Safeguards Against Internal Threats

About the book Democracy Despite Itself: Liberal Constitutionalism and Militant Democracy, by…

Benjamin A. Schupmann

17 Min Read

This image captures a significant moment during the 2019 Hong Kong anti-extradition bill protests. It shows a large crowd gathered under a sea of umbrellas, a symbol of resistance, amidst a rainy setting in an urban environment. The towering skyscrapers in the background and curved structures of a nearby transport hub enhance the metropolitan feel of the scene. The photo, taken in black and white, adds a dramatic and somber tone, emphasizing the unity and determination of the protesters. The dense congregation of umbrellas not only protects against the rain but also visually represents the collective spirit of the people standing against the proposed legislation.

Books

The Assault on Liberal Values and Institutions in Hong Kong

In this interview, Professor Davis discusses the erosion of freedom in Hong…

Michael Davis

353 Min Read

PEGIDA (Patriotic Europeans Against the Islamization of the West) protest in Frankfurt.

Freedom of Expression

Academia and the Illiberal Challenges to Freedom of Expression

Academic institutions are tasked with the critical challenge of preserving open discourse…

Anja Hennig

16 Min Read

A large crowd of people participating in a Catalonian independence protest, marching through city streets and waving numerous Catalan flags, advocating for political rights and independence from Spain.

Human Rights

Political Rights vs. Constitutional Law: The Catalan Crisis

The Catalan case illustrates the tensions and conflicts that arise when regional…

Jessica Almqvist

16 Min Read

The Citizens United decision has substantially amplified the power of wealthy donors in American politics.

The Politics Brief

Citizens United: Impact of Wealthy Donors and Dark Money

The effectiveness of legislative efforts to curb dark money, the role of…

P&RR

14 Min Read

Front view of the U.S. Supreme Court building, featuring its iconic columns and grand steps, with a few people walking and standing in the foreground. The Supreme Court is key in interpreting unenumerated rights.

Books Political History

Unenumerated Rights Through Constitutional Enumeration

Baby Ninth Amendments: How Americans Embraced Unenumerated Rights and Why It Matters…

Anthony Sanders

13 Min Read

Parliament Hill in Ottawa, Canada, featuring the Peace Tower, a symbol of Canadian federalism and the seat of the federal government.

Books Analysis & Theories

Federalism in the 21st Century: Theory, Practice, Challenges

About the book: 'Advanced Introduction to Federalism' by Alain-G. Gagnon and Arjun…

Karel J. Leyva

30 Min Read