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Professor. Editor of South European Society & Politics, @sespjournal.bsky.social. Spain, European politics & political science. My views. https://www.bonnienfield.com

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Dutch parties agree on rare minority government Leaders of political parties in the Netherlands have agreed to form a rare minority government, they said on Tuesday.

The Netherlands are set for a new chapter in its parliamentary history. A minority government. And the youngest PM ever.

www.reuters.com/world/dutch-...

28.01.2026 11:39 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 29    ๐Ÿ” 9    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 2    ๐Ÿ“Œ 1
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The analysis by @davevitto.bsky.social, S. Rojon, J.-B. Pilet and E. Paulis uncover distinctive associations between governing preferences and propensity to vote for the main Italian parties

โœณ๏ธโณNOW #FreeAccess! Read & download here:
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16.01.2026 11:51 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 2    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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In light of #Portugalโ€™s presidential election first round, we recommend the analysis by @marianasmendes.bsky.social of the transformation of Portugalโ€™s party system, revealed by the 2025 general election.

๐Ÿ”“ Read the article #OpenAccess: www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10....

19.01.2026 15:24 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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The study by @galais.bsky.social & @ruizhdezmaria.bsky.social reveals that sadness can reduce support for far-right parties in Spain, whereas angerโ€”the most studied emotionโ€”shows only a limited reinforcing effect

๐Ÿ”“ Read the article
www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10....

21.01.2026 15:58 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 7    ๐Ÿ” 6    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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This study by A. Ceron, @scopelliti.bsky.social & T. Grechanaya focuses on the political determinants of the use of appeals for responsibility

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23.01.2026 14:52 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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@andrea-pedrazzani.bsky.social & F.Zucchini analyse #Italy's #premierato reform. According to their study, it would improve cabinet duration, but greater stability could be achieved through the constructive vote of no-confidence

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26.01.2026 11:18 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Woman shot by Border Patrol in Chicago asks judge to let her release evidence Marimar Martinez is blocked from releasing evidence in her case by what's known as a "protective order." Though standard, her attorney says it's โ€œbecome an albatrossโ€ around her neck and โ€œkeeps the en...

The woman who survived five gunshots from a Border Patrol agent in Chicago, only to be criminally charged and then cleared, now wants a judgeโ€™s permission to share records showing how the feds respond when agents use deadly force.

@chicago.suntimes.com story: chicago.suntimes.com/immigration/...

26.01.2026 23:18 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 5115    ๐Ÿ” 1811    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 46    ๐Ÿ“Œ 83
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Not one more cent for DHS and ICE. We have the power to end this.

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Why is Dem leadership not on the ground in MN? If the answer is โ€œpolls show Trumpโ€™s disapproval is only -15 on deportations, but -25 on prices,โ€ thats a Bad Use Of Polling and a complete failure in their capacity as leaders to lead public opinion and fight for democracy and the rule of law

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Thousands of Minnesotans marched in downtown Minneapolis to protest ICE. The wind chill was 30 below during the march.

Hundreds of businesses closed their doors Friday in support of the protest as activists urged Minnesotans to abstain from economic activity.

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Thousands brave frigid cold in Twin Cities 'ICE Out' protest The Trump Administration's immigration crackdown and ICE surge in the Twin Cities drew large protests on Friday. It was part of a general strike and walkout backed by labor leaders and faith groups. S...

The Trump administration's immigration crackdown and ICE surge in the Twin Cities drew large protests on Friday. It was part of a general strike and walkout backed by labor leaders and faith groups. https://to.pbs.org/4sVFOB9

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Chalkboard politics logo, a chalkboard with the podcast name and affiliations

Chalkboard politics logo, a chalkboard with the podcast name and affiliations

๐Ÿ“ฃ๐Ÿ“ฃ๐Ÿ“ฃAnnouncing...Chalkboard Politics @chalkboardpolitics.bsky.social, a podcast by students, for students (and their teachers). Written, edited, and mixed by the students at @siwpscolumbia.bsky.social and distributed by @goodauth.bsky.social. 1/ www.podbean.com/media/share/...

20.01.2026 22:15 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 71    ๐Ÿ” 31    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 2    ๐Ÿ“Œ 8
The summer undergraduate internship is a paid opportunity during the summer of 2026. Interns are expected to work a minimum of 30 hours/week and are paid $18.50/hour. This internship is available to undergraduate students with an interest in public opinion, survey research, and data science.   

Pew Research Center is an office-based workplace, with all staff working in the Centerโ€™s Washington, D.C., office three core days weekly (Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday).โ€ฏ Staff have the flexibility to work remotely up to two days per week. A modest relocation stipend is available for candidates who need it.  

 

Internship dates: June 1-Aug. 14, 2026 (with alternative dates of June 15-Aug. 28, 2026 also available) 

 

Education/Training/Experience 

College students who are pursuing a bachelorโ€™s or associate degree and have completed a minimum of two years (in other words, rising juniors and seniors).

The summer undergraduate internship is a paid opportunity during the summer of 2026. Interns are expected to work a minimum of 30 hours/week and are paid $18.50/hour. This internship is available to undergraduate students with an interest in public opinion, survey research, and data science. Pew Research Center is an office-based workplace, with all staff working in the Centerโ€™s Washington, D.C., office three core days weekly (Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday).โ€ฏ Staff have the flexibility to work remotely up to two days per week. A modest relocation stipend is available for candidates who need it. Internship dates: June 1-Aug. 14, 2026 (with alternative dates of June 15-Aug. 28, 2026 also available) Education/Training/Experience College students who are pursuing a bachelorโ€™s or associate degree and have completed a minimum of two years (in other words, rising juniors and seniors).

Please share - multiple summer 2026 in-person undergrad internship opportunities at @pewresearch.org!
- religion
- digital
- social trends
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- global
- news
- internet
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- admin
- race
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- politics

Apply soon!
pewtrusts.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Center...

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A two-dimensional conflict? The new politics of minimum income reform in Southern Europe This article theorises and empirically traces how the emergence of a value-based cleavage has reshaped the politics of minimum income reform in Southern Europe. It argues that the rise of the liber...

Very pleased to share that the final article from my PhD journey has found a home at the @jeppjournal.bsky.social!

This is for you if youโ€™re interested in political cleavages & social policy change

Free copies in the following link
www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10....

@eui-sps.bsky.social

19.01.2026 14:39 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 5    ๐Ÿ” 2    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 1

Elections in #Portugal today

18.01.2026 14:17 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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La batalla dentro de la extrema derecha se recrudece con el crecimiento de su espacio electoral Nuevas fuerzas en disputa exacerban su radicalidad para diferenciarse. Alianรงa Catalana y grupos ultras espaรฑoles acusan a Vox de mano blanda con la inmigraciรณn latina

elpais.com/espana/2026-...

18.01.2026 14:15 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Portugal is having a presidential election tomorrow (Sunday).

It is a fairly unusual one, which is representative of how much the political landscape has changed in the country.

Here is some quick context about it, in case that is of interest:

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17.01.2026 18:06 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 155    ๐Ÿ” 62    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 2
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Portugal presidential race wide open with far-right just ahead, rare runoff vote is likely By Sergio Goncalves and Andrei Khalip LISBON, Jan 14 (Reuters) - Portugal's presidential election on Sunday is all but guaranteed to require a runoff vote for the first time in 40 years amid growing p...
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Radical Right 'Radical Right' published in 'IPSA Companion to Political Science'

What do political scientists actually mean when they use the phrase "radical right"? New-ish chapter ๐Ÿ“š, and like the rest of this excellent volume, it's #openaccess

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Scroll up! ๐Ÿ’•

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Late, but swift: the restructuring of Portugalโ€™s political space in the May 2025 general election Long considered a beacon of stability, Portugal has recently undergone a swift political reconfiguration. The 2025 general election, in particular, marks a potential critical juncture in the transf...

Presidential elections are this Sunday in Portugal. Want to learn more about recent elections in Portugal? Take a look at these articles published in @sespjournal.bsky.social.
@marianasmendes.bsky.social examines the 2025 parliamentary elections (open access)
www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10....

15.01.2026 19:00 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 2    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 1
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South Korea sentences former leader Yoon to five years in prison Impeached ex-president faces verdict on insurrection charge next month over failed martial law bid

South Korea sentences former leader Yoon to five years in prison ft.trib.al/i9XbjHD

16.01.2026 11:22 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 57    ๐Ÿ” 16    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 5    ๐Ÿ“Œ 8

Another thing that might be helpful is if professors also posted links to already prepared video lectures that are publicly available, e.g. discipline, topic, length (relevant minutes), link. Could be helpful for folks that can't deal with the coordination costs.

15.01.2026 21:30 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 10    ๐Ÿ” 3    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Another thing that might be helpful is if professors also posted links to already prepared video lectures that are publicly available, e.g. discipline, topic, length (relevant minutes), link. Could be helpful for folks that can't deal with the coordination costs.

15.01.2026 21:28 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

THREAD of offers of guest lectures (via Zoom) for Minneapolis-area classes so faculty can offer their students a top-quality education while dealing with other crises

Seeing tons of extremely generous offers. I'll try to post 'em all here--please add your own w topics you can cover & how to contact

15.01.2026 19:43 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 517    ๐Ÿ” 285    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 93    ๐Ÿ“Œ 26

happy to help, either guest lecture or to read/comment on any writing. Political science. Can do intro to comparative politics guest lectures, European politics, minority governments, most things Spanish politics.

15.01.2026 21:10 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 1
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Why ICE Can Kill With Impunity Over the past decade, US immigration agents have shot and killed more than two dozen people. Not a single agent appears to have faced criminal charges.

Over the past decade, US immigration agents have shot and killed more than two dozen people. Not a single agent appears to have faced criminal charges.

Our reporter spent four years investigating ICE shootings that occurred from 2015 to 2021. Some patterns emerged.

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Latest articles from South European Society and Politics Browse the latest articles and research from South European Society and Politics

Bonus: For several recent articles on electoral behavior in Portugal, see SESP's Latest Articles
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โ€˜Your Luck is Our Luckโ€™: Covid-19, the Radical Right and Low Polarisation in the 2022 Portuguese Elections In the 2022 Portuguese legislative elections, held nearly two years after the pandemic hit the country, the incumbent Socialists improved their position, being now able to govern with an absolute m...

And here Josรฉ Santana-Pereira & @edegiorgi.bsky.social examine the 2022 parliamentary elections in Portugal. 4/4.
doi.org/10.1080/1360...

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