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Tom Louwerse
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Politicoloog/Political Scientist | @UniLeiden.bsky.social | @Peilingwijzer.bsky.social | @stukroodvlees.bsky.social | Pas op: Ik geef ook wel eens mijn mening | Dutch & English
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Given the recent instability of Dutch governments, such a cabinet will likely be tolerated for now, but it will be difficult to find support for major reforms. International research suggests that these types of minority coalitions (w/o support party) are less stable. theloop.ecpr.eu/its-time-we-...
It’s time we rescued minority governments from their reputation for instability and ineffectiveness
Minority governments are generally disdained in most parts of Europe. They're seen as a second choice to majority governments which are assumed to be more stable and effective in policy-making. Yet, a...
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January 9, 2026 at 4:17 PM
Sorry, you were saying...? bsky.app/profile/bran...
What in the Gestapo is going on in Grand Rapids?

Watch this activist get arrested *mid-interview* for speaking out against U.S. action in Venezuela.
January 5, 2026 at 5:51 PM
Zou Klaver niet bereid zijn geweest mee te werken aan een minderheidskabinet met D66 en CDA? Denk het wel. Gaat m.i. veel meer om de samenstelling dan de minderheidsvorm.
December 10, 2025 at 4:16 PM
En verder zie ik geen enkele reden voor GL-PvdA om zich erg welwillend tov een coalitie van D66, CDA en VVD op te stellen, nu zij zelf buiten de deur worden gehouden.
December 10, 2025 at 4:05 PM