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Stefanie Walter @stefwalter.bsky.social · 7h

Great reporting on the contagion risks of the Trump presidency, drawing in parts on insights from the @disintegrationerc.bsky.social project.

Is America contagious?

Scholars in political extremism are documenting the global spread of right-wing populism.

www.motherjones.com

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Stefanie Walter @stefwalter.bsky.social · 18h

Fantastic news - Congratulations!

And yes, it’s a great feeling to see one’s former student do so well! 😊

Jacques Delors Centre @delorsberlin.bsky.social · 1d

We have two new Acting Co-Directors! Since October, Thu Nguyen (@onethuthree.bsky.social) & Nils Redeker (@nilsredeker.bsky.social) are leading the Jacques Delors Centre think tank, working closely with Mark Dawson, Co-Director of the research arm. Find out more 👉 www.delorscentre.eu/en/about/new...

Thu Nguyen and Nils Redeker take over the JDC think tank as Acting Co-Directors

The two former Deputy Directors succeed Johannes Lindner and join Mark Dawson in co-directing the Jacques Delors Centre as of October 2025.

www.delorscentre.eu

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Kendyl Hanks @kendylhanks.bsky.social · 4d

“The law says he can’t do it so it’s not clear whether he can” is such a 2025 headline

Eric Lipton NYT @ericlipton.nytimes.com · 4d

It is not clear that Mr. Trump’s image can be featured on a coin. An 1866 law enshrined a tradition that only deceased people could appear on U.S. currency to avoid the appearance that America was a monarchy. Trump admin is planning to do it anyway.
By Alan Rappeport

www.nytimes.com/2025/10/03/b...

Treasury Plans to Mint $1 Commemorative Trump Coin

www.nytimes.com

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Simon Hix @simonhix.bsky.social · 7d

What's the difference between @epssnet.bsky.social and the "old" EPSA, and why you should come to our conference in Belfast in June 2026: epssnet.org/uncategorize...

Difference Between EPSS and EPSA: What to Know for 2026

Confused about the difference between EPSS and EPSA? Learn how they differ in governance, structure, and their 2026 conferences.

epssnet.org

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Stefanie Walter @stefwalter.bsky.social · 10d

Absolutely! Great way to learn, make sense of the world and develop/structure one‘s own thoughts.

Stefanie Walter @stefwalter.bsky.social · 10d

I would love to take this class

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Stefanie Walter @stefwalter.bsky.social · 10d

"In Europe, the technocrats who govern [...] share the same incomprehension at the offensive they are facing. They [fail to] acknowledge that Trump and the tech bros’ goal is to impose regime change on this side of the Atlantic as well."

How tech lords and populists changed the rules of power

Digital moguls and strongman leaders are more than disrupters of the old liberal order. Together they seek to sweep it away, writes Giuliano da Empoli

www.ft.com

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Stefanie Walter @stefwalter.bsky.social · 12d

Working on Historical Political Economy?

Submit your paper here: epssnet.org/belfast-2026...

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Stefanie Walter @stefwalter.bsky.social · 12d

Studying Party Politics?

Submit your paper here: epssnet.org/belfast-2026...

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Stefanie Walter @stefwalter.bsky.social · 16d

Not really reassuring when thinking about the US, tbh.

Michael Clemens @mclem.org · 16d

Over the last century, many democracies have started down the road to autocracy.

Some managed to turn around. What did these 'U-turns' have in common?

Political economist @marinanord.bsky.social & colleagues' conclusions are clear and succinct.

Full research summary: www.v-dem.net/media/public...

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Stefanie Walter @stefwalter.bsky.social · 18d

And wrapping everything up with a nice boat ride.

Thanks to @scherzinger.bsky.social for organizing!

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Stefanie Walter @stefwalter.bsky.social · 18d

Glorious

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Stefanie Walter @stefwalter.bsky.social · 19d

Perfect day for a Lehrstuhlausflug!

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Stefanie Walter @stefwalter.bsky.social · 19d

If you work on climate politics, EPSS 2026 in Belfast is for you:

epssnet.org/belfast-2026...

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Stefanie Walter @stefwalter.bsky.social · 19d

If you work on Electoral + Voting Behaviour, submit your work to this great section at the EPSS conference in Belfast.

epssnet.org/belfast-2026...

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Alona O. Dolinsky @alonadolinsky.com · 28d

Please share this information and the call for papers in your departments, serve lists, emails etc. so it reaches especially those who aren’t using this platform! We very much hope to see as many people attend the EPSS inaugural conference in 2026 so spread the word!

EPSS @epssnet.bsky.social · 28d

🚨 Reposting to avoid any confusion between EPSS & EPSA 🚨

If you want to support non-for-profit, member-led political science association, EPSS is the place to be!

More here 👇🏽

EPSS @epssnet.bsky.social · Aug 7

EPSA have announced that they will hold a conference in July 2026.

😵‍💫 We understand that there might be some confusion about EPSS and EPSA.

👉🏽 So we thought we would clarify some things.

A short 🧵

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Stefanie Walter @stefwalter.bsky.social · 26d

The world order is changing. Trying to make sense of it? The 2026 EPSS conference in Belfast will be an excellent place to present and discuss your latest research in IR.

Here is a short overview from the IR section chairs.

More info:
epssnet.org/belfast-2026...

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Stefanie Walter @stefwalter.bsky.social · 27d

Information about the Comparative Politics section at the June 2026 EPSS Conference in Belfast.

epssnet.org/belfast-2026...

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Stefanie Walter @stefwalter.bsky.social · 27d

Info about the Comparative Politics section at next year‘s EPSS conference in Belfast.

epssnet.org/belfast-2026...

Stefanie Walter @stefwalter.bsky.social · 27d

Undecided which section to submit your paper to for the 2026 EPSS conference?

Look here for short explainers by our stellar set of section chairs:

EPSS @epssnet.bsky.social · 27d

📢 Call for Papers for EPSS 2026 conference in Belfast is out: epssnet.org/belfast-2026...

Starting today, we'll feature two sections each week to provide more information about the conference.

🔝 This week: Comparative Politics & International Relations

Call for Papers | EPSS Belfast 2026 Conference

Submit your abstract or full paper for EPSS Belfast 2026. Share cutting‑edge political science research, network with peers & contribute to academic impact.

epssnet.org

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EPSS @epssnet.bsky.social · 28d

🚨 Reposting to avoid any confusion between EPSS & EPSA 🚨

If you want to support non-for-profit, member-led political science association, EPSS is the place to be!

More here 👇🏽

EPSS @epssnet.bsky.social · Aug 7

EPSA have announced that they will hold a conference in July 2026.

😵‍💫 We understand that there might be some confusion about EPSS and EPSA.

👉🏽 So we thought we would clarify some things.

A short 🧵

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Stefanie Walter @stefwalter.bsky.social · 29d

EPSS has gotten off to a marvellous start. Here are some updates on where we stand:

Looking forward to seeing you in Belfast!

EPSS @epssnet.bsky.social · 29d

📢 EPSS community updates! 

We’re excited to share some milestones and announcements with you 👇

epssnet.org/news/

EPSS News & Updates | Political Science Announcements

Get the latest news, conference announcements, and organizational updates from the European Political Science Society (EPSS).

epssnet.org

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Sabine Carey @sabinecarey.bsky.social · Aug 9

Wondering about submitting your proposal to the inaugural @epssnet.bsky.social conference? See 👇🏻 and its exciting new panel formats.

EPSS @epssnet.bsky.social · Jun 26

📍Why a non-profit organization? 📍

EPSA has played a vital role in building a strong network for European political scientists.

We all benefitted, but its structure, controlled by a for-profit company, distributed profits as dividends, rather to its members.

That’s changing. Now.👇

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urpp-equality.bsky.social @urpp-equality.bsky.social · Aug 22

Diktatfrieden und Zollkrieg? Nach dem Gipfel in Alaska wächst in der Ukraine und der Schweiz die Sorge, im Machtpoker der Weltmächte übergangen zu werden.
Eine lebendige Diskussion im SRF Club unter anderem mit Stefanie Walter @stefwalter.bsky.social

www.srf.ch/play/tv/club...

Trumps neue Weltordnung: Diktatfrieden und Zollkrieg? - Club - Play SRF

Nach dem Gipfel in Alaska wächst in der Ukraine und in Europa die Sorge, im Machtpoker der Weltmächte übergangen zu werden. Eine Erfahrung, die auch die Schweiz unter Trumps Zollpolitik machen musste....

www.srf.ch

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Stefanie Walter @stefwalter.bsky.social · Aug 20

Come on, you're just jealous that you haven't designed your own robot tentacle yet.

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