Browsing: Party Development

The use of market technologies in political party management is nothing new. Strategies like micro-targeting, market research, social media campaigns, and advertising are commonly used. Among…

Born from the division and fragmentation of existing political entities, splinter parties can significantly shape political landscapes and policy outcomes. They can be instrumental in forming…

Press relations has long been the cornerstone of strategic communications. In politics, it is an essential component influencing politicians’ perceptions, election campaigns, and policy endorsements. In…

Spoiler alert: fake news and disinformation pose a significant threat to the democratic fabric of societies. With that out of the way, in Europe, we are…

“The truth is, journalism has long struggled with the idea of bias and, through many periods since the founding of the Republic, much of the press…

While most party newspapers and magazines passed their zenith years ago, party-affiliated online media have been booming recently. Their potential impact should not be underestimated. “We…

Brace yourself for a study that delves into the divergent paths taken by Belgium’s socialist parties in forming connections with civil society. In this edition of…

Do political parties that support prominent members of civil society signify a strong commitment to a more responsive and inclusive type of governance? Or are they…

“Politicians are only in it for the money and power”. This accusation often comes from voters in random comment sections, but more importantly, it is also…

We all study early in the school about the four pillars of democracy – judicial, legislative, executive, and media. A proper democracy consists of many elements…