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The US Elections: Results and Reactions on the Morning After

DGAP's Morning Briefing

On the day after the US presidential election, we assess the results, discuss reasons for the outcome, and shed light on the steps ahead. We focus on the implications of the election for the transatlantic relationship and especially for Germany.

Influencers and Their Ability to Engineer Collective Online Behavior

A Boon and a Challenge for Politics

Influencers can be powerful allies in spreading important information, but they can also be weaponized to undermine social cohesion and democratic processes. While their ability to amplify narratives, engineer trends, and mobilize communities has made them into valuable commodities for promoting ideas and beliefs, their expertise and power can be exploited. This DGAP Policy Brief outlines strategies for policymakers to harness influencers’ potential while mitigating the risks of manipulation to safeguard democratic stability.

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Dr. Katja Muñoz
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What Feminist Foreign Policy Alliances Should Deliver in Times of Crisis

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Rather than congratulating themselves for simply adopting a feminist foreign policy, countries should focus on how it can serve as a practical tool for responding to crises and addressing threats to human security—such as the current war in Gaza.

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Leonie Stamm
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Waiting for Christian

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The pro-business Free Democrats are likely to leave the government early. It may be party leader—and finance minister—Christian Lindner’s last consequential mistake for a while.

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Dr. Henning Hoff
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The US Election Results

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Our panelists take stock of the outcome of the US election and assess its implications for Europe and transatlantic relations.

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