Letter to the Editor: By embracing SD, L opens up to illiberal politics
A letter criticizes the Liberal Party in Sweden for its recent decision to align with the Sweden Democrats, suggesting it compromises liberal values.
Letter to the Editor. Mohamsson's word choice is quite unpleasant
The author criticizes the leader of the Liberals in Sweden, Simona Mohamsson, for her alliance with right-wing populists, suggesting that liberal values are being compromised.
I love the Liberal Party – but I love my liberal values more
Birgitta Ohlsson announces her candidacy for the Center Party in response to the Liberal Party's collaboration with a party with Nazi roots.
The transatlantic break is no longer just an analytical possibility
The article discusses the ongoing political process surrounding the transatlantic relationship following Donald Trump's presidency, signaling a shift away from liberal values and towards a focus on Asia.
Leader: Mohamsson's embrace of Åkesson is the last stop for the Liberals
Simona Mohamsson's recent alliance with Jimmie Åkesson marks a significant shift for the Liberal Party in Sweden, potentially undermining its foundational values.
Opposition on the L-SD Cooperation: 'Tragic'
The Swedish opposition expresses strong disapproval of the Liberal Party's decision to collaborate with the Sweden Democrats, calling it a tragic betrayal of liberal values.
The West in the Mirror
The article discusses the implications of the U.S. foreign policy shift towards promoting democracy globally after the Cold War, particularly in light of its current tensions with Iran.
Simona Mohamsson: Liberal Values are 'Swedish Values'
Simona Mohamsson, leader of the Liberals in Sweden, asserts that liberal values are intrinsic to what it means to be Swedish, emphasizing individualism and gender equality.
Being Iranian with the Veil of Others
The article discusses the hypocrisy of liberal progressives in Italy who criticize traditional values while defending oppressive regimes like Iran, highlighting a double standard in their moral outrage.
Løkke criticizes Frederiksen and Lund Poulsen: "I am surprised by the pace and clarity with which it is taking place"
Lars Løkke Rasmussen criticizes Mette Frederiksen's proposal for a wealth tax as populist and suggests Troels Lund Poulsen has abandoned fundamental liberal values to secure political alliances.
Bogusław Chrabota: Ukraine's Success May Halt the Brown Wave Across Europe
The article argues that Ukraine's potential success in its ongoing war may serve as a bulwark against authoritarianism in Europe.
Tõnis Saarts: The Kris Kärner Case and the Value Choices of Isamaa
Tõnis Saarts discusses the implications of Kris Kärner's dismissal from the Isamaa party due to his harsh rhetoric against minorities, underscoring the need for the party to clarify its stance between conservative and liberal values.
Catholic University in the USA Hires Abortion Advocate. How Did This Happen?
The hiring of professor Susan Ostermann, an abortion rights advocate, by Notre Dame University has sparked major controversy and backlash from several American bishops.
Supporting the Conservative Liberal Democratic Party Despite Liberalization: A Perspective on the Values of Rule-Oriented Youth
A sociologist suggests that Japan's youth, who have adopted liberal values in education, still largely support the conservative Liberal Democratic Party due to a rising emphasis on strict adherence to rules.
When it comes to immigration, the Liberal party is putting politics ahead of social cohesion – and logic
The article critiques the Australian Liberal Party's immigration stance, emphasizing a return to outdated policies and their impact on social cohesion.
Liberals recast 'social cohesion' as US-style politics goes global
The Australian Liberal Party is reshaping its political narrative around migration, emphasizing 'Australian values' while grappling with the implications of social cohesion in the context of a global shift towards conservative politics.
What we know about Angus Taylor's policies
New Liberal leader Angus Taylor emphasizes a focus on stricter immigration policy and 'Australian values' as he seeks to win back voters.
Sussan Ley is today’s scapegoat - but she was never the Liberals' core problem | Tony Barry
The article discusses how Sussan Ley has been made a scapegoat for the Liberal party's issues, while the real problem lies in a disconnect between the party's values and those of voters.
Sussan Ley made promises she couldn’t keep – and some in the Liberal party never wanted her to
Sussan Ley, the new leader of the Liberal Party, aims to revitalize the party's image and align it more closely with modern Australian values after significant electoral defeats.
What does One Nation stand for?
One Nation's support is surging, polling at 27 percent, surpassing the Liberal Party's 15 percent, with voters attracted by its broader values and policies.
De Villepin: 'I am running for the Elysee to save Europe. It is time to say enough to American blackmail'
Former French Prime Minister Dominique de Villepin announces his candidacy for the Elysee, arguing that European values are at risk due to external pressures.
Trump and the Epstein Scandal: Taboo Breaks Don't Harm the US President
The Epstein scandal seemingly has no impact on Trump, as liberal values are disregarded in his political landscape.
The return of the atom: Survival of nations means embracing energy realism
The article argues that the survival of nations hinges on recognizing the importance of reliable energy, particularly nuclear power, over abstract liberal values.
All graduates brought a flag, but no one brought a German one
The article discusses how the imposition of religious rules by migrants in German schools threatens liberal democratic values, though it also highlights a promising countertrend.
After Venezuela: the semantic collapse of democracy
The article discusses how 21st-century authoritarianism often co-opts liberal values and language while stripping them of their meaning, with a focus on the U.S. military's involvement in Venezuela and its implications for democracy and legality.