Democracy and Its Enemies

Aziz Huq explains why the source of a US Supreme Court draft opinion may be more important than the opinion itself.

Philippe Legrain highlights growing evidence that Russia’s attack on Ukraine has weakened its allies in Europe.

Robert Skidelsky identifies fundamental flaws in the argument that dictatorship is the main barrier to world peace.

Chris Patten argues that the second-round runoff on April 24 represents a crucial test for democracy.

Jan-Werner Mueller explains why fans of Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán have little problem with autocracy and theft.

Dorottya Szikra & Mitchell A. Orenstein say that Hungary’s strongman can rely on more than media control and a rigged electoral system.

Bálint Magyar & Bálint Madlovics show why the vote returning Fidesz to power cannot be considered “free and fair,” or even “free but not fair.”

Andrés Velasco catalogues how Russia's war against Ukraine has spurred renewed global appreciation for liberal values.

Maciej Kisilowski thinks the sudden reliance on authoritarian regimes in Poland and elsewhere is both ill-advised and unnecessary.