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Democracy Under Pressure: Political Radicalization and Citizen Discontent in East Ger

February 16, 2026 by Hans Blokland, Deliberation, Democratic Theory, Populism, Project reports No Comment 0 Views

Just like in numerous other Western countries, democracy in Germany is coming under increasing pressure. In 2026, legally mandated elections are scheduled in two western and three eastern federal states, and elections areRead More

Developing a social enterprise devoted to democracy, deliberation and respect in a pr

December 20, 2023 by Hans Blokland, Populism, Populism, Research, Social Criticism No Comment 7 Views

As citizens increasingly lose trust in politics and society, it becomes more important than ever for state and civilian organizations to be reliable, predictable, transparent, and decent. When citizens become more and moreRead More