The Indispensables: Our truly essential workers
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Insights for a political debate on their perspectives and demands in a society undergoing transformation
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Trade, Trust and Transition – Transatlantic Perspectives in Times of Geopolitical Disruption
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In an era marked by global insecurity, geopolitical friction, and economic transformation, the Progressive Economics Network (PEN) reconvened in Washington, D.C.
How can the new special fund and the reform of the debt brake achieve optimal effectiveness?
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The CDU/CSU and SPD parties have reached an agreement in the exploratory talks at a remarkable speed to create a special fund for infrastructure and to provide a far-reaching opportunity to increase defense spending beyond the limits of the debt brake. How should these proposals be assessed? What needs to be considered for the sustainable success of this modernization agenda? These questions were discussed on March 7, 2025, in a background roundtable with experts.
A Progressive Answer to the Territorial Divide
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Beyond mere electoral considerations it remains a crucial task for democrats to understand the reasons for the rise of far-right ideologies.
Reforming the EU is a historical necessity for its ability to (re)act and enlarge
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The European Union is heading towards the next election. Prognoses assume a shift to the right, in particular with gains for the national-conservative and far-right fringe parties. Progressives will have to brace for an intensive campaign.
Lessons from Germany for a Just Transition
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To gain support from the people, the green transition needs to address social concerns, allow for democratic participation, and be implemented locally.
A Trade Unionist’s Guide to Shaping a Just Transition
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What we need to combine ambitious climate policies with fair pay, decent work, and equitable prosperity.
On Progressive Infrastructure
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“It is quite simple. If in doubt, do not do it.” Urban economist Ramon Marrades on how to build progressive infrastructure.
US Climate and Industrial Policy: What We’ve Won, What Comes Next
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Longstanding deadlocks over how to pay for the green transition in the US have been breached. What is the next step for climate politics?
The Geography of Discontent: Helping Fallen Behind Places
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Economic growth and political power are again concentrating in the most dynamic regions. How can we counter territorial neglect, discontent and rising populism?
No need for automation angst but automation policies
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Excerpt from the book “Work in the Digital Age. Challenges of the Fourth Industrial Revolution”
The platform economy
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Consequences for labour, inequality and the environment – an excerpt from “Work in the Digital Age”