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Memory as a Battlefield: The Second World War in the Italian Public Debate

Eighty years after WWII’s end, Italy remains gripped by a battle over its wartime memory. As historians lose ground to politicized narratives, far-right forces reshape public discourse, recasting aggressors as victims and challenging the legacy of the Resistance in a deeply polarized cultural memory war.

20.05.2025

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Judicial Reforms in Italy: A Risk for the Rule of Law?

With the ongoing judicial reforms, the Italian Government’s conflict with the judiciary has reached a new phase. In her op-ed, Benedetta Lobina examines the proposed changes and assesses their impact on the rule of law in Italy.

30.04.2025

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Access Denied: Abortion Data Failures and Erosion of Accountability in Italy

Delayed data on abortion care in Italy impacts citizens’ ability to effectively advocate and hold their government accountable for the management of public healthcare. The Italian Ministry of Health is required to report data on abortion yearly, but this year’s report was significantly delayed. Scholars, advocates, and doctors themselves have raised concerns about transparency and data quality, and how delays affect trust in democratic institutions.

7.02.2025