Long-Read
— National populism, fuelled by media-backed disinformation, anti-immigrant rhetoric, and libertarian ideologies, threatens democracies globally by eroding institutions, fostering fear, and exploiting divisions.
Podcasts
— Keir Starmer’s landslide win as British PM ended 14 years of Conservative rule, while a left-wing coalition triumphed in France. A political shift that highlights growing left-wing influence in Europe.
2024 French Elections
— Emmanuel Macron’s early elections led to a fragmented parliament, ushering in political instability and potential constitutional reforms. The runoff vote has resulted in an unrecognisable national assembly and nobody knows what happens next.
2024 French Elections
— Marine Le Pen’s efforts since 2011 to moderate her far-right party’s image and mainstream its far-right politics, alongside voter dissatisfaction with Macron’s policies, have led to the party’s surge in France’s elections, where the party won 33% of the vote and is now just a step away from power.
2024 French Elections
— French voters cast their ballots in the first round of snap legislative elections, where the far-right National Rally leads with 33%, potentially becoming the largest group in parliament amidst complex multi-way competitions.
