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France’s High-Stakes Election Showdown

With a snap legislative election approaching, French politics is in turmoil. The vote’s outcome will impact the nation’s role in Europe, NATO, and transatlantic relations.

  • François Heisbourg
· June 25, 2024
Judy Asks: Is the EU’s Agenda in Jeopardy?

A stronger far-right presence in the European Parliament could put a brake on some EU policies. But the main test to the bloc’s stability and global role may come from the rise of nationalist politics in France and Germany.

· June 13, 2024
Judy Asks: Are Europeans Prepared to Send Troops to Ukraine?

Deploying troops to Ukraine, even for non-combat duties, entails risks most European countries are currently unwilling to take. The priority right now must be ramping up aid to Kyiv.

· May 16, 2024
In The Media
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Why the European Elections Will Test Democracy

Ahead of the European elections, much commentary has focused on how the far right's success could undermine the EU's fundamental values. But Europe's democratic challenge goes beyond containing the far right.

· May 2, 2024
Journal of Democracy
Judy Asks: Will Macron’s Vision for European Defense Gain Traction?

Amid Russia’s aggression and uncertainty around U.S. leadership, Macron is right to call for Europe’s self-reliance in defense. To achieve it, France needs to lead by example and get all allies on board.

· April 25, 2024
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Charting the Radical Right’s Influence on EU Foreign Policy

Despite embracing democracy, radical-right parties pose a significant challenge to the EU’s fundamental values. European leaders and institutions must address this challenge to safeguard democracy in the EU and ensure a more effective foreign policy.

· April 18, 2024