There are hidden gems in the folds of Francis’ pontificate that deserve to be brought to light, especially given the current geopolitical context. In a nutshell, we could speak of him as of a pope who has not only been a staunch defender of the democratic order, but also a conscious actor in its renewal. […]
The State of China, the Party, and Democracy
The country’s future, the CPC, and democracy are at stake in Beijing’s drive for reunification with Taiwan. Now more than ever, sweeping them under the carpet won’t be easy. In what state is the Chinese state? For centuries, China was not a state like its European counterparts. England, Spain, France, or Germany and the Holy […]