How do democracies become vulnerable to authoritarian developments? Which warning signs should we take seriously? And how can democratic institutions be strengthened?
Some time ago, Cathryn Clüver Ashbrook discussed these questions with the historian Götz Aly at phil.COLOGNE. The debate showed that democracy is not guaranteed. It must repeatedly stand its ground against polarisation, disinformation, extremism and geopolitical tensions.
This is precisely why it is worthwhile to consider the issue from different perspectives. Our experts shed light on the topic of democracy from the perspectives of politics, security, international relations and societal analysis.
Cathryn Clüver Ashbrook: How resilient are democracies?
Democracies worldwide are under increasing pressure. Cathryn Clüver Ashbrook analyses which factors favour authoritarian developments, which warning signs should be taken seriously, and how resilient democratic institutions are today. She demonstrates the importance of stable democracies for society, the economy, and international cooperation.
Stephan Kramer: Protecting democracy - challenges for the rule of law
As president of the Thuringian Office for the Protection of the Constitution, deals with threats to the free democratic basic order on a daily basis. He contextualises the development of extremism, radicalisation and hybrid threats, and explains the conditions necessary for a resilient democracy today.
Christoph von Marschall: Democracy in an age of geopolitical upheaval
Christoph von Marschall considers the major political developments of our time from German, European, and American perspectives. He analyses how the United States, Europe and the international security order are changing and the impact this has on democratic societies and international cooperation.
Albrecht von Lucke: Democracy in transformation
Albrecht von Lucke has many years of experience observing the development of German politics. In this talk, he analyses polarisation, societal conflicts and the transformation of the party landscape, and explains why democratic systems today face new challenges.
Four perspectives for a better understanding of democracy
The future of democracy is not decided in parliaments alone. It is also shaped by social cohesion, economic stability, international cooperation and internal security. Our experts explore the challenges that democratic societies must address today from different angles, and highlight the developments that companies should be aware of.
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