by Sophia Janssens | Oct 9, 2024 | Brown University
Before October of 2023, Freedom House described Poland as having “the swiftest democratic decline in the [European] region.” The far-right, nationalist Law and Justice party (PiS) had been in power since 2015. The years of their rule were characterized by recognized...
by Ines Saltiel | Oct 9, 2024 | Brown University
It is in the comforting sound of your mother tongue, the aroma of a home-cooked traditional meal, shared celebrations, and the beauty of our architecture that we find an immediate sense of belonging. Our national identity is a breathing source of pride and a communal...
by Anna Thorner | Sep 17, 2024 | University of Denver
How did we get here? This is a question that many across Europe might be asking themselves when looking at the current health of their democracy. The Netherlands is no exception to this. Just a year ago, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs from The Netherlands released a...
by traver.24@osu.edu | Sep 13, 2024 | Ohio State University
In democracies, political parties play a crucial role in representing the will of the people by allowing voters to select their preferred leaders through competitive elections. Recently, in the United States, the Democratic Party’s decision to bypass the 2024 primary...
by wolf.895@osu.edu | Sep 13, 2024 | Ohio State University
An “I Voted” sticker is seen as a badge of honor. A symbol of one’s dedication to their country and its future leaders. A sign that someone has actively participated in their democracy. Voting is essential to us as Americans. Voting is the backbone of any liberal...
