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Polarization

It’s Not Just Republicans Who Have Abandoned the Center

A survey shows supporters of both major parties in America have become more radical in their views.

Nick OttensNick OttensJune 15, 2014January 1, 2020

Britain’s Economic Divide Could Yet Be Mended

If the north of England is revitalized, it would become less dependent on both the south and public spending.

David DowningDavid DowningJune 25, 2013November 30, 2021
Istanbul Turkey

Turkey Doesn’t Need More Democracy

Turkey’s problem is not that it’s not democratic enough. The problem is that it’s not liberal enough.

Nick OttensNick OttensJune 13, 2013November 23, 2021

German Ideological Revival Polarizes Western Politics

The crisis of the West is no longer purely economic as ideology increasingly matters.

Avatar photoRalph SchoellhammerMarch 5, 2013November 13, 2021

Democratic, Republican Parties Both More Extreme

Both political parties in the United States have drifted from the center.

Nick OttensNick OttensOctober 2, 2012December 31, 2019

The Polarization of Dutch Politics

After years of consensus politics, the left and right in the Netherlands are far apart.

Nick OttensNick OttensApril 3, 2011October 24, 2019

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