Author: Luis C Cano
Luis C Cano
For the last eight years, I have worked on policy communication, labour/community relations and learning and development strategies for political parties. My experience in political communication, organizational development and enhancing innovative political engagement techniques with local political and non-governmental organizations. I lead the Rainbow Platform (the liberal European initiative for more diversity in politics) and have worked as a consultant for liberal parties in Europe besides my roles at Momentum Mozgalom in Huungary.
Another week of elections across Europe passed with no surprises. The rise of conservative voting preferences manifested itself in Luxembourg and Germany. The core issues resonating…
For many years, we got used to the fact that about 30 percent of people do not vote. Yet, in an era of rising authoritarianism, 30…
Former PM Robert Fico and his SMER party won Saturday’s election in Slovakia with 23.4 percent of the vote. He delivered as expected despite exit polls…
I was only six when my parents got a VHS copy of 1989’s Tim Burton’s version of Batman. When Batman defeated the Joker, brilliantly played by…
In the ever-evolving world of politics, social media has powerfully extended the influence of some European political figures beyond their home countries and into the broader…
Political journalism in Brussels has expanded fast in the last decade as the EU’s role in citizens’ daily lives has grown. Coverage of what parties do…
Spoiler alert: fake news and disinformation pose a significant threat to the democratic fabric of societies. In Europe, we are seeing the rise of media outlets…
In the European political landscape, the longevity of power has become synonymous with certain parties. However, alternation of power remains a core principle in Europe, even…
Working in a political party is a demanding and often chaotic task that requires dedication and passion. It is crucial to recognise that even in this…
In modern politics, parties need to attract talent to better engage with the constituencies they represent. Regrettably, one area where many need to improve is in…
