Itarian Populism

Nov 14, 2024 | verfassungsblog.de | Itarian Populism |Jose Hernandez |José Hernandez |José Hernández

Presidential reelection is once more a focal point in Latin American constitutional law. The amendment to the 2010 Dominican Constitution, approved in October 2024, modifies the presidential term to bar future changes that would permit unlimited presidential reelection. This reform opposes the populist trend that argues for the people’s unconditional right to reelect the incumbent president, as witnessed in Venezuela and Chile.

Nov 9, 2024 | verfassungsblog.de | Itarian Populism |Moritz Schramm |Marie Müller-Elmau |Anja Bossow

We spent election day in Pennsylvania, the state that – so the theory went – could have served as the decisive battleground in this fiercely contested race. Both campaigns were neck and neck, vying to win over a slim, elusive swath of undecided voters across purple counties and suburban enclaves.

Oct 1, 2024 | lifetechnology.com | Itarian Populism

Authoritarian populism has been on the rise in Brazil, posing a significant threat to the country's democratic institutions, according to a recent study. The study highlights how the rise of authoritarian leaders in Brazil has undermined the principles of democracy and eroded the checks and balances that are essential for a healthy democratic system.

Sep 20, 2024 | verfassungsblog.de | Eva Maria Bredler |Itarian Populism |Maximilian Steinbeis

I am looking forward to the coming week with a sense of excitement. There are several reasons for this: Firstly, on Friday, my new play Ein Volksbürger will premiere, starring Fabian Hinrichs in the lead role and directed by Nicola Hümpel of Nico and the Navigators. As with Ein Volkskanzler, it explores a scenario: Suppose someone came along and, with a newly founded movement, amidst the ruins of the existing political party system, win a state election.

Sep 6, 2024 | verfassungsblog.de | Itarian Populism |Maximilian Steinbeis |Daniel Thym |Louise Lehmann

If you’re feeling down, resigned, or even depressed following the elections in Thuringia and Saxony, it might help to look at the United States. In two months, a new president will be elected there. Not only could Donald Trump win this election. He could also lose and still become president. This is possible, and it’s likely he’ll at least give it a try, unless he loses by a landslide.