Emanuela Lecchi
@manulecchi.bsky.social
Lecturer (Assistant Professor) in Competition Law and Regulation, Dundee University, Scotland. Went from Italy, to competition lawyer in London, to public policy professional in APAC, to Research Assistant in Hong Kong, to Dundee! Lover of new things.
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I see a lot more than “zero” to be honest. The German fiscal change and euro bonds for Ukraine, much of what the Nordics do on defence, FTAs (we are close to EU-Mercosur), new EU budget proposal…
Not enough. Some dead ends. But things are happening, in a bloc of 27. That’s something.
Not enough. Some dead ends. But things are happening, in a bloc of 27. That’s something.
Europe sucking up to Trump as a strategy to buy time might be defendable. But only if that time is being used to make Europe independent and strong. But in the past twelve months there have been exactly zero efforts for a stronger, more integrated Europe. So the sucking up is a waste of time.
January 5, 2026 at 1:53 PM
I see a lot more than “zero” to be honest. The German fiscal change and euro bonds for Ukraine, much of what the Nordics do on defence, FTAs (we are close to EU-Mercosur), new EU budget proposal…
Not enough. Some dead ends. But things are happening, in a bloc of 27. That’s something.
Not enough. Some dead ends. But things are happening, in a bloc of 27. That’s something.
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This is so perfect. No one have any doubts at this point about what Elon Musk really represents.
December 7, 2025 at 1:50 PM
This is so perfect. No one have any doubts at this point about what Elon Musk really represents.
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We first reported on the anti-abortion Christian conservative group ADF’s ramping up of its UK operations in 2023.
Now, with Trump in power and Farage ascendant, its role as a transatlantic power broker is growing.
https://nyti.ms/4nuFi9r
Now, with Trump in power and Farage ascendant, its role as a transatlantic power broker is growing.
https://nyti.ms/4nuFi9r
They Helped Topple Roe v. Wade. Now Their Sights Are Set on Britain.
www.nytimes.com
October 19, 2025 at 5:50 PM
We first reported on the anti-abortion Christian conservative group ADF’s ramping up of its UK operations in 2023.
Now, with Trump in power and Farage ascendant, its role as a transatlantic power broker is growing.
https://nyti.ms/4nuFi9r
Now, with Trump in power and Farage ascendant, its role as a transatlantic power broker is growing.
https://nyti.ms/4nuFi9r
Yes. Quite a widespread feeling today. I don't believe that these are the base instincts of this nation. Maybe they are for 20% of this nation. By chasing after them, they are losing the 80%.
May 12, 2025 at 8:50 PM
Yes. Quite a widespread feeling today. I don't believe that these are the base instincts of this nation. Maybe they are for 20% of this nation. By chasing after them, they are losing the 80%.
And you!
Wow, great to meet you!!
April 28, 2025 at 5:26 PM
And you!
Good evening from Dundee in Scotland.
April 28, 2025 at 5:21 PM
Good evening from Dundee in Scotland.
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Alarmists were largely right about Trump, anti-alarmists badly wrong, some sorta admit it, but @polphilpod.bsky.social is unimpressed.
"None could hide their contempt for the alarmists, even in their big ‘my bad’ moments... All of them seemed unable to say what they got wrong."
@liberalcurrents.com
"None could hide their contempt for the alarmists, even in their big ‘my bad’ moments... All of them seemed unable to say what they got wrong."
@liberalcurrents.com
Trump ‘Alarmists’ Were Right. We Should Say So.
Commentators who got it wrong wouldn’t listen, won’t learn, and can’t lead.
www.liberalcurrents.com
April 23, 2025 at 6:11 PM
Alarmists were largely right about Trump, anti-alarmists badly wrong, some sorta admit it, but @polphilpod.bsky.social is unimpressed.
"None could hide their contempt for the alarmists, even in their big ‘my bad’ moments... All of them seemed unable to say what they got wrong."
@liberalcurrents.com
"None could hide their contempt for the alarmists, even in their big ‘my bad’ moments... All of them seemed unable to say what they got wrong."
@liberalcurrents.com
Politico should not amplify this comment. To be found guilty of embezzlement carries a prison sentence.
Gollnisch, a former member of the EU Parliament for the French far-right National Rally, was found guilty alongside former RN President Marine Le Pen of embezzling funds from the EU institution. When asked about the charges, Gollnisch said: “Jesus Christ also was found guilty and he was innocent.”
‘Jesus Christ also was found guilty and he was innocent,’ Le Pen codefendant says
Le Pen’s allies are not pulling their punches after Monday’s ruling.
www.politico.eu
April 1, 2025 at 2:55 PM
Politico should not amplify this comment. To be found guilty of embezzlement carries a prison sentence.
Today I am proud of women. I believe this is the only person to turn down the pardon and Bishop Budde had the courage of her convictions.
January 22, 2025 at 6:08 PM
Today I am proud of women. I believe this is the only person to turn down the pardon and Bishop Budde had the courage of her convictions.
A worldwide group meditation at 12. Today was David Lynch’s birthday.
www.rollingstone.com/tv-movies/tv...
www.rollingstone.com/tv-movies/tv...
David Lynch's Family Announces 'Worldwide Group Meditation' to Honor Director
David Lynch’s family has called for a "worldwide group meditation" on Monday "to honor his legacy by spreading peace and love across the world."
www.rollingstone.com
January 20, 2025 at 7:49 AM
A worldwide group meditation at 12. Today was David Lynch’s birthday.
www.rollingstone.com/tv-movies/tv...
www.rollingstone.com/tv-movies/tv...
Did you do that? It is lovely!
January 20, 2025 at 7:32 AM
Did you do that? It is lovely!
Me too. Suddenly realised what it would mean to lose it.
December 26, 2024 at 11:04 PM
Me too. Suddenly realised what it would mean to lose it.
Yes. The outcome of the case was that Salvini is acquitted in full. The judgment is expected in 90 days. It is of course a moment of triumph for Salvini. A dangerous time.
December 21, 2024 at 7:47 AM
Yes. The outcome of the case was that Salvini is acquitted in full. The judgment is expected in 90 days. It is of course a moment of triumph for Salvini. A dangerous time.
Yes. Always in favour of Salvini. Today the Italian judges are expected to rule on the kidnapping of the Spanish rescue boat Open Arms and this is the latest of several interventions (I think you can read it in English): www.corriere.it/politica/24_...
www.corriere.it
December 20, 2024 at 1:44 PM
Yes. Always in favour of Salvini. Today the Italian judges are expected to rule on the kidnapping of the Spanish rescue boat Open Arms and this is the latest of several interventions (I think you can read it in English): www.corriere.it/politica/24_...
I am currently in Italy and he is intervening in Italian politics too.
December 20, 2024 at 10:05 AM
I am currently in Italy and he is intervening in Italian politics too.
This happens everywhere. “Manels” (all male panels) and women confined to special ‘women in (add sector)” sessions. 🤷🏻♀️
December 15, 2024 at 1:08 PM
This happens everywhere. “Manels” (all male panels) and women confined to special ‘women in (add sector)” sessions. 🤷🏻♀️
Please. No need to glorify every fascist that ever was.
December 10, 2024 at 9:50 PM
Please. No need to glorify every fascist that ever was.
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Heather Cox Richardson’s recap about the attempted coup in South Korea. In short: they fought; they won (at least for now). Let’s keep going!
Heather Cox Richardson’s recap about the attempted coup in South Korea. In short: they fought; they won (at least for now). Let’s keep going!
December 3, 2024
For an astonishing six hours today, South Korea underwent an attempted self-coup by its unpopular president, Yoon Suk Yeol, only to see the South Korean people force him to back down as they reasserte...
open.substack.com
December 4, 2024 at 8:37 AM
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Heather Cox Richardson’s recap about the attempted coup in South Korea. In short: they fought; they won (at least for now). Let’s keep going!
Heather Cox Richardson’s recap about the attempted coup in South Korea. In short: they fought; they won (at least for now). Let’s keep going!
I believe that Dr Ally Louks has a bsky account. Tagging her so that she can see this support. @allylouks.bsky.social
December 2, 2024 at 10:38 AM
I believe that Dr Ally Louks has a bsky account. Tagging her so that she can see this support. @allylouks.bsky.social
I think that it could have been a contributory factor. Of course you are right and we should not judge Biden. It would have been hard not to pardon his son and most people would have acted like him.
December 2, 2024 at 10:10 AM
I think that it could have been a contributory factor. Of course you are right and we should not judge Biden. It would have been hard not to pardon his son and most people would have acted like him.
We get it, yes. But some of us feel heartbroken all over again. No reason why Biden should be heroic in the face of such an outcome. Yet some people are. My first reaction was: now Trump has truly won and decency is truly dead. I am wrong though, because people like Alexei Navalny exist(ed).
December 2, 2024 at 10:05 AM
We get it, yes. But some of us feel heartbroken all over again. No reason why Biden should be heroic in the face of such an outcome. Yet some people are. My first reaction was: now Trump has truly won and decency is truly dead. I am wrong though, because people like Alexei Navalny exist(ed).
Please, read Bill Browder’s books, Red Notice and Freezing Order. They document forensically the murderous Russian regime. The only surprise in this BBC article is that the accused TALKED about killing, but did not carry out the deed. @billbrowder.bsky.social
November 29, 2024 at 11:20 AM
Please, read Bill Browder’s books, Red Notice and Freezing Order. They document forensically the murderous Russian regime. The only surprise in this BBC article is that the accused TALKED about killing, but did not carry out the deed. @billbrowder.bsky.social
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This is plausible because if there's one thing you associate with ballet stars it's clumsiness.
November 18, 2024 at 12:12 PM
This is plausible because if there's one thing you associate with ballet stars it's clumsiness.