How to defeat authoritarian forces
Ahead of the U.S. midterm elections, Democrats are hoping to regain control of the House and potentially the Senate. Despite controversies surrounding the Republican administration and growing economic concerns, the race is expected to remain close.
What can the U.S. teach us about countering authoritarian politics?
Are the Democrats right to focus on affordability, or do they need broader strategies to address polarization and offer a compelling national narrative?
At our FES Democracy Talk on 22 October 2026, we will discuss these questions with Jennifer McCoy, Regents Professor Emerita at Georgia State University and a leading expert on democratic resilience.
FES Democracy Talks bring together Vienna-based partners from politics, academia and civil society for informal exchange. Guest inputs are deliberately brief, leaving ample room for questions and discussion in a relaxed setting with refreshments.
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