Michael Kaeding – författare

"The European Parliament elections in May 2019 did not bring about the rise of populism in Europe that had been feared by many. Instead, while populism was contained, a broad pro-European majority emerged that today carries the new European Commission with its ambitious green, digital and geopolitical agenda.  However, Euroscepticism remains a significant force to be reckoned with in national and EU-policy making. The present book offers a better understanding of the different types of Euroscepticism that exist across Europe. It also shows that Euroscepticism is best addressed by understanding well the often valid concerns that are at the origins of Eurosceptic forces. If this is done in time, Euroscepticism is not something to be afraid of. It is part of a vibrant European democracy that is resilient enough to embrace those who criticise the reality of the European project with good arguments; and that stands ready to develop and improve day by day to become a more perfect Union.”- Martin Selmayr, Head of the European Commission’s representation in Austria"This book comes at the right time. European integration seems more contested than ever, but is it really? This book answers this question by probing into 40 shades of Euroscepticism, within and beyond the EU Member States. It is a must read for academics and practitioners alike."- Christine Neuhold, University of Maastricht, The Netherlands"With this book, the authors offer readers of European politics a treasure trove, with valuable insights into the variety of populist and nationalist forces that oppose mainstream European integration. Faced with such a jumble of eurosceptic parties pursuing narrow and in many cases reactionary agendas, the need for proper federal political parties becomes self-evident. Only then will the diverse interests and aspirations of citizens be given realistic expression at the EU level."- Andrew Duff, President, The Spinelli GroupThis book sheds light on how the increasing prominence of Eurosceptic and nationalist parties is having an impact on the thinking of mainstream parties, their representatives in the European Parliament, and the future of Europe. It is timed to coincide with the strategic vision of Council, Commission, and Parliament, as well as the next phase of Brexit negotiations. The book provides perspectives on the future of the European project from authors in all the EU Member States, as well as neighboring European countries and potential applicant nations. Furthermore, it includes a Foreword by the Vice-president of the European Parliament.With many Eurosceptic parties now in national government, or winning European elections and thus exerting influence over the national debate, this book maps and analyses the nature and impact of Euroscepticism—and new nationalist tendencies—in the different party systems of Europe.As national political parties are the gatekeepers of the process of political representation, they play a pivotal role in mobilizing civil society and in setting the political agenda. They shape politics at a national level, but also determine the way in which Europe plays out—or does not play out—as a political issue. Thus, it is from the national capitals that the very future of Europe emerges.

This book sheds light on how member states and EU neighbours reacted to the COVID-19 pandemic through the lens of European solidarity, what they expect from the EU, and other member states, and how they are ready to contribute to common action.

This book sheds light on how member states and EU neighbours reacted to the COVID-19 pandemic through the lens of European solidarity, what they expect from the EU, and other member states, and how they are ready to contribute to common action.

This book sheds light on how Member States and EU neighbours relate to Russia. This volume shows the diverse relations that the EU member states and neighbours have with Russia, spanning from tense and confrontational to more eased and friendly, highlighting the contrasts between the national state and the EU as a whole.

This book sheds light on how Member States and EU neighbours relate to Russia. This volume shows the diverse relations that the EU member states and neighbours have with Russia, spanning from tense and confrontational to more eased and friendly, highlighting the contrasts between the national state and the EU as a whole.

While the ambitious objectives outlined in the EU’s Green Deal aim at making Europe the first climate-neutral continent by 2050, national implementation greatly varies depending on local geographies, history, culture, economics, and politics.

While the ambitious objectives outlined in the EU’s Green Deal aim at making Europe the first climate-neutral continent by 2050, national implementation greatly varies depending on local geographies, history, culture, economics, and politics.

This book analyses Member States’ and EU neighbours’ national visions for the enlargement of the European Union (EU), highlighting 41 national histories, policies, and corresponding public perceptions of European integration.

This book addresses a range of aspects essential to a better understanding of Slovenia's 20 years in the EU and its exposure to the European integration process, including changes to its policies on e.g.

This book addresses a range of aspects essential to a better understanding of Slovenia's 20 years in the EU and its exposure to the European integration process, including changes to its policies on e.g. competitiveness, industry, innovation, foreign policy and diplomacy, security and defense, but also its relations to neighboring countries, its experience with European elections, and different forms of Euroscepticism and citizens' trust in EU institutions. Subsequent chapters explore how Slovenia has been coping with the Maastricht criteria and EU law more generally in its polities and politics, benefitting from EU funds, and defending its language as an official language of the EU. In concise contributions, the authors – with diverse scholarly backgrounds and hailing from Slovenia and abroad – assess these aspects and share their perspectives on Slovenia's experiences after 20 years of full EU membership.

This book collects 41 national views from EU Member States and neighbouring countries regarding their respective relationship with the United States.

Released shortly after the 2024 European Parliament elections, this book gathers contributions that analyze the elections from various perspectives. The main objective is to offer a timely assessment of different facets such as electoral systems, electoral campaigns, the public perception of the elections, the role of European parties, determinants of voting behavior, and the consequences of the electoral results for European governance. In addition to analyses from European studies, perspectives from other (sub)disciplines and research areas, such as election, party, communication and governance research, are featured in the volume. The authors, which consist of accomplished academics and civil society actors, present a highly diverse range of analyses, individually very rich and based on solid original research. Taken together, their contributions offer the reader a comprehensive understanding of the issues, parties, and mechanisms behind the European elections of 2024.

Die Wahl zum Europäischen Parlament 2024 war geprägt von internationalen Krisen wie dem Angriffskrieg Russlands gegen die Ukraine oder dem Krieg in Gaza sowie von zahlreichen politischen Herausforderungen innerhalb der EU, etwa der Covid-19-Pandemie der Jahre 2020-23, der Energiekrise und dem Anstieg der Lebenshaltungskosten. Dieses Buch versammelt Beiträge, die die Wahl aus verschiedenen Blickwinkeln und mit einem vielfältigen Themenspektrum analysieren. Schwerpunkte liegen unter anderem auf Parteien- und Wahlsystemen, Wahlkampagnen und Wahlkampfthemen, der Rolle der Öffentlichkeit, den Determinanten des Wahlverhaltens und dem Spitzenkandidatenverfahren. Neben Analysen aus der Europawissenschaft versammelt der Band auch Perspektiven aus anderen (Teil-)Disziplinen wie der Wahl-, Parteien-, Kommunikations- und Governance-Forschung. Gemeinsam ist allen Beiträgen ein länderübergreifender Ansatz, der entweder die EU als Ganzes oder mehrere Mitgliedstaaten im Vergleich betrachtet. Zusammengenommen bieten sie den Leser:innen ein umfassendes Verständnis der Themen, Parteien und Mechanismen, die die Europawahl 2024 prägten, und einen Ausblick darauf, wie das Wahlergebnis die europäische Politik der nächsten Jahre beeinflussen wird.

This book provides a panoramic and comparative view of how Europe is currently redefining its security and defence in an age of renewed geopolitical tension and uncertainty. After Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022, Europe finds itself at a crossroads, caught between a fading reliance on the United States, growing hybrid threats, and the urgent need to strengthen its own resilience and defence capabilities. The book explores how this moment is reshaping Europe’s identity, priorities, and strategic posture. Drawing on insights from authors across EU Member States and neighbouring countries, the book offers a guide to the continent’s diverse perceptions of threats, definitions of security, and positioning within a broader European security architecture. Written in a concise and accessible style, it offers invaluable insights for policymakers, scholars, and all readers interested in understanding how Europe is now preparing for peace in a time of war.

This open access book explains why representative democracies need political trust and legitimacy: Political trust is a crucial yet underestimated element in Europe’s representative democracies. A trusting relationship between citizens and the institutions of the state ensures the functioning of democratic systems, reduces transaction costs and facilitates the justification of political decisions. Without the commitment of a critical mass, democratic governments cannot gain legitimacy among the populace. While a stable relationship of trust between citizens and the state through political parties is a prerequisite for representative democracies in normal times, it is even more important in times of significant democratic change and turmoil, i.e., when democracies are in flux. Accordingly, the contributions gathered here examine political trust and legitimacy in Europe using a new conceptual framework – the ActEU conceptual triangle, which draws on citizens’ political attitudes, their political participation, and the representation of their political preferences to map and assess the decline of political trust and legitimacy in Europe.

With a Foreword by the President of the European Parliament, Antonio Tajani. This book sheds light on the political dynamics within the EU member states and contributes to the discussions about Europe.

If the European Union and its Member States are to compete successfully in an increasingly aggressive global market, whilst many other economies continue to get stronger, all parts of the European Union, Member States and the EU institutions, have to regulate smarter.

Im Besonderen stehen einzelne Mitgliedsstaaten, die Auswirkungen von Finanz- und Schuldenkrise, die Rolle europäischer Parteien und die Konsequenzen der Wahl für das Regieren auf europäischer Ebene im Fokus.

Dieser Band bietet eine aktuelle Bestandsaufnahme der bestehenden Literatur zur sinkenden Wahlbeteiligung in Europa, Deutschland und Nordrhein-Westfalen. Er analysiert die damit verbundene soziale Schieflage auf den verschiedenen Ebenen ergänzt um eigene Analysen. Er zeigt, dass die soziale Schieflage der Wahlbeteiligung zu einer erheblichen Verschiebung des politischen Angebots und Nachfrage führt. Die aktuell diskutierten Lösungsmöglichkeiten greifen diese Kernprobleme allerdings nicht an. Nur die Einführung einer gesetzlichen Wahlteilnahmepflicht ist dazu in der Lage. Dieser Band sucht abschließend konsensuale Fakten, zeigt Lücken auf und bezieht Stellung, wie das Problem der sozialen Schieflage der niedrigen Wahlbeteiligung gelöst werden kann.Der Inhalt· Sinkende Wahlbeteiligung· Die soziale Schieflage als zentrales Merkmal der sinkenden Wahlbeteiligung· Fallstudien für Kommunen in NRW· Die Folgen der sozialen Schieflage· Maßnahmen zur Steigerung der Wahlbeteiligung· Die WahlteilnahmepflichtDie Zielgruppen· Studierende und Lehrende der Sozialwissenschaften· Praktiker, Journalisten und Wissenschaftler im Bereich der Wahlforschung· Weiterführende Schulen und ErwachsenenbildungDie AutorenDr. Michael Kaeding ist Jean Monnet Professor für Europäische Integration und Europapolitik an der Universität Duisburg-Essen, Visiting Fellow am EIPA in Maastricht und lehrt am Europakolleg in Brügge. Zudem ist er Mitherausgeber des Journal of European Integration.Stefan Haußner und Morten Pieper sind studentische Mitarbeiter am Jean Monnet Lehrstuhl für Europäische Integration und Europapolitik an der Universität Duisburg-Essen.

This book is open access under a CC BY 4.0 license. The book presents the results of an in-depth comparative study assessing the implementation of the EU Pharmacovigilance Directive in six EU Member States.