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Italy’s post-pandemic challenges
Despite having declared a state of emergency early, the Italian government was late in responding to the coronavirus threat. This delayed reaction allowed the illness to wreak havoc in northern regions, the industrial powerhouse of the country. Nevertheless, citizens’ responsible reaction slowed the spread of the disease, leaving the country ...
Matteo Salvini’s fate and the future of Italy
With the Five Star Movement in free fall, Italy’s ruling coalition is becoming increasingly fragile. However, despite its enduring popularity, it remains unclear if Lega will manage to return to power thanks to this instability. Matteo Salvini’s opponents on the left and center will attempt to keep him out through ...
Italy: Salvini’s tactical mistake puts the left in power
After the European elections this year, Matteo Salvini and his Lega party were riding high. Many expected he would capitalize on the wave of support and call for new elections. When he finally did, parties on the left moved against him. With a savvy political move from former Prime Minister ...
Opinion: Brexit and ‘peak populism’ in Europe
The UK Parliament’s moves to block Brexit from occurring without a deal on October 31, 2019, has prompted some to say that Europe has reached “peak populism.” As the British case shows, though, societies remain polarized and democratic rules continue to be bent. What happens next in the UK may ...
