3 Questions on the US election results to Sergey Lagodinsky MEP Published: 7 November 2024 3 Questions The victory of Donald Trump in the 2024 US elections will undoubtedly have consequences in transatlantic relations, from foreign and security policy to green transition and competitiveness. We asked 3 questions on the consequences of Trump 2.0 for Europe to German Green MEP Sergey Lagodinsky, who is a member of the EP Delegation for relations with the United States. By Joan Lanfranco and Sergey Lagodinsky
Navigating uncertainty: the UK's commitment to Ukraine Published: 7 November 2024 Commentary As Britain reaffirms its support for Ukraine, changing geopolitical dynamics are testing the resilience of Western alliances. Amid growing concerns over support from key allies, the UK navigates complex decisions on defence commitments and NATO’s future. This article explores the UK's evolving stance, its recent defence collaborations, and the potential challenges ahead as Britain balances solidarity with Ukraine against the backdrop of a dynamic global landscape. By Ros Taylor
Böll EU Newsletter 8/2024 - US elections special edition Published: 31 October 2024 Newsletter As we approach the US presidential election, it's clear that its implications will extend far beyond American borders, resonating profoundly within Europe. This election represents a critical juncture for Europe’s political and economic landscape, especially concerning the future of Ukraine and the broader European security order. By Roderick Kefferpütz
Third-party voters could tip the election against Harris Published: 16 October 2024 Analysis As American voters have become more firmly entrenched in their party affiliations, fewer and fewer states are in contention and the margins of victory are increasingly slim. This year, polls suggest that in the handful of swing states that will determine the race, the winner could be decided by a razor-thin margin. Votes for third party candidates could be enough to tip the election – most likely, in favor of Donald Trump. By Hannah Winnick
More good humour please! In praise of a politics of joy Published: 5 September 2024 President's column With fresh language and contagious good cheer, US presidential candidate Kamala Harris and the Democratic Party are generating new enthusiasm for their policies. Could that also catch on here in Germany? One thing is clear: without a positive atmosphere, democratic politics in the country will face an uphill battle. By Jan Philipp Albrecht
Democracy online: The Canadian debate on digital platform regulations Published: 12 April 2024 Podcast episode Governments around the world are trying to tackle “Big Tech”, and in Canada, the government has rolled out a package of digital legislation: Bill C-11 and C-18. But it isn’t without controversy. This Böll.Spotlight podcast episode takes a closer look at these bills, how they’ll affect the average Canadian, the criticisms and what this means for European legislation. By Heinrich-Böll-Stiftung
What would a second Trump presidency mean for UK-EU defence cooperation? Published: 22 February 2024 Commentary A Trump presidency would probably force the UK and EU to intensify their cooperation on security and defence. Fortunately, says Gesine Weber, this relationship was relatively less affected by Brexit. It would also push Europeans to have some difficult conversations about building on their own nuclear deterrent. By Gesine Weber
Trump 2.0: How should the EU approach an isolationist America? Published: 21 February 2024 Event recording The 2024 US presidential election will be closely watched. After all, the potential return of Donald Trump to the White House would have a significant effect on Europe’s security dynamics with profound implications for the European Union. This is raising some uncomfortable questions. Webinar with Max Bergmann (Center for Strategic & International studies), Jana Puglierin (European Council on Foreign Relations, Berlin), Steven Everts (EU Institute for Security Studies), moderated by Teresa Eder, Program Director Foreign & Security Policy, Heinrich-Böll-Stiftung Washington, DC. By Heinrich-Böll-Stiftung European Union and Heinrich-Böll-Stiftung Washington, DC
European defense cooperation: failure to launch Published: 22 January 2024 Media Fellowship With US support waning, European nations could be much more in a bind to step up and provide streamlined military aid for Ukraine in 2024. While the war in Ukraine lead to replenished national defense budgets, different interests and agendas so far have prevented substantial European collaboration. By Jordan Michael Smith
Climate, jobs, and growth: How coalitions powered Biden’s legislation to decarbonize america Published: 20 September 2023 Analysis It’s been one year since the US passed the most significant climate bill in American history. The achievement, after years of failures, offers lessons for progressive movements on building coalitions, creating hopeful narratives, rebuilding trust in government-led solutions, and expanding grassroots support. By Mareike Moraal , Ella Mueller and Hannah Winnick