Fresh thinking

FRESH THINKING, bridging the gap between citizens, politicians, civil society representatives and other stakeholders!

Founded by FEPS, produced by an independent board of journalists with their heart to the left of centre, Fresh Thinking is the new European progressive magazine of debate which reaches 10,000 progressives in the EU four times a year.

Renowned international authors from a variety of disciplines with a clear relation to Europe discuss themes from politics, economy, science and culture which are of relevance to Europe today. Amongst them, for the first issues, we had Will Hutton, Laurie Penny, Francois Hollande, Jens Stoltenberg, Lynsey Hanley, Tanja Busse, Katrine Kielos, Martin Schulz, Ian Traynor, Ece Temelkuran

Dedicated to one particular theme in each of its issues and is published in English, Fresh thinking examines issues from a variety of different perspectives and stimulates debate.

		N°03/2012-N°01/2013 - The wake-up call for democracy in Europe Download full pdf Editorial Editor-in-Chief Eric Sundström introduces this issue which assesses the state of democracy and its challenges in Europe today. … IN NUMBERS Stats and figures about elections, voting and governments in the EU. Defining democracy in the face of Crisis Journalist Per Wirtén travels to the eastern fringes of Europe and learns what we need to do to preserve our precious union. A Beginner’s Guide to EU Democracy Editor-in-Chief Eric Sundström lists and explains all the buzzwords you need for a political debate in Europe today. GREEK Tragedy: Demonstrations in the Birth place of democracy Jannis Keil looks through his lens at the desperation on the streets of Athens. It’s not the Internet stupid! Writer Juli Zeh explains how the Pirate party is filling a gap and attracting a new generation of voters. Cowardice in the face of Friends Journalist Werner A Perger assesses the problem of making sure that political allies follow democratic principles. How to solve Europe’s existential Crisis Professor of Politics Robert Ladrech explores how the PES could coordinate its members to achieve success at home as well as in the EU. On Peoples, Populisms and parties Philosopher Mario Tronti says it is time to put the culture of socialism against the civilisation of capitalism. Interview with Vivien A Schmidt Contributing editor Piotr Buras talks to the US author and political thinker about how to restore faith in the EU’s joint democratic process. Politi cians Speak Europe’s policy makers share their thoughts on what democracy in Europe needs today. Meet the press A digest of how Europe’s leading newspapers debated the controversial actions of Romanian Prime Minister Victor Ponta. Culture At the crossroads where politics and art meet our editor picks the best books, movies and music inspired by the subject of this issue: democracy. Miscellany An eclectic mix of ideas and quotations that illuminate what it means to cast your vote. Publishing information
		N°02/2012 - Is EU foreign policy destined to fail? Download full pdf Editorial Editor-in-Chief Eric Sundström gives an overview of how writers in this issue assess and analyse the EU’s struggle to find a coherent foreign policy. In Numbers Stats and figures that illustrate the EU’s diplomatic arena. A Hard test for Europe’s Soft Power Journalist Ian Traynor asks if the EU will ever be able to harness its diplomatic capability. Finding your way through the EU foreign policy’s acronym jungle Editor-in-Chief Eric Sundström provides you with a handy guide to steer you through the diplomatic jargon. ‘A Day In the life of an EU special representative’ Sebastian Cunitz takes his camera behind the scenes and follows an EU diplomat on a mission to Cairo. The new Ottomans and the dark cloud of Europe Journalist Ece Temelkuran reveals how young Turks today are turning away from Europe and looking to the Middle East for their future. Why the US and Europe have a duty to unite Policy maker and author Nina Hachigian argues that the world’s democratic pillars need to work together to have a strong voice in world diplomacy. The not quite United states of Europe Contributing editor Piotr Buras assesses the conflicts of interests and problems that the EU’s new foreign ministry faces. What The EU needs now is an Army Journalist Manoj Joshi argues that the EU can no longer shun the traditional attribute of a nation state: military power. Interview with Mark Leonard Contributing editor Piotr Buras talks to the author of Why Europe Will Run the 21st Century about the state of the EU nation. The world speaks Policy makers and thinkers from around the globe give their thoughts on what impact the EU has on the world stage. Meet the press A digest of how Europe’s leading newspapers are debating Syria’s growing conflict and its implications. Culture At the crossroads where politics and art meet our editor picks the best books, movies and music inspired by political events. Miscellany An eclectic mix of ideas and quotations that illuminate the subject of this issue.
		N°01/2012 - The growing pains of Europe’s youth This new issue assesses the challenges that young people face in Europe Download
		N°02/2011 - Europe on the borderline Download
		N°01/2011 - The poor state of Europe Download