Kaffeepause: What’s Abuzz in Berlin?
Each week, the ACG hosts a discussion with a journalist based in Germany on the topics making the headlines and shaping political discourse in Berlin. Join us on Monday, July 12 at 9:00...
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Saving Democracy: Reinventing Institutions and Practices for the 21st Century
Democracy is under attack. Rising populism, waning trust in democratic institutions and practices, and a period of unprecedented uncertainty caused by the Covid-19 pandemic have strained democratic institutions. What can...
Democracies in Distress: Europe and the United States
On both sides of the Atlantic, popular confidence in political institutions has fallen and voters are increasingly disenchanted with mainstream political parties. In the United States, political polarization is at...
Understanding the Rise of lliberal Politics in Europe and the U.S. – And What to Do About It
The decline of established political parties, media, and interest groups has opened the door to anti-democratic forces, posing new challenges for our democracies. This event will examine how Europe's establishment...
Defending Democracy from Misinformation and Fake News
In order for democracies to function effectively, citizens need transparent access to accurate information based on facts. Democratic institutions are being undermined by a proliferation of disinformation which creates chaos,...