From Journalist to a Symbol of Radicalization Ulrike Meinhof (1934–1976) was one of the most prominent figures of the radical left in post‑war Germany. She began as a brilliant journalist and public intellectual. She studied philosophy, sociology and German studies, and already during her university years became involved in student protests and peace initiatives. In…
It’s rare for a day to pass in Europe without some brand or e‑shop going bankrupt — crushed by cheap competition from Asia. I won’t dissect how well European producers are protected from low‑cost imports, mostly from China. It’s obvious the protection is insufficient, even though the relevant authorities seem to be trying. But progress…
Why Peace Is Not on the Horizon Even though intensive diplomatic negotiations are underway, I don’t think the world is any closer to peace in Ukraine in any meaningful way. In my view, Russia’s imperial war can only end if Russia runs out of money to wage it. And although its funds have been rapidly…
My foreign friends, blog readers, and social media followers have recently been asking me what has happened to Czechia when they see top representatives of the new government aligning themselves with Russian collaborators like Orbán and Fico. Elections were held in the Czechia, overwhelmingly won by the populist movement ANO. It won by promising everything…
