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Across Europe and the wider West, democratic institutions face mounting pressure from political polarisation, disinformation, declining public trust, and challenges to the liberal principles that have shaped the post-war order. Is this merely a period of turbulence, or are we witnessing a deeper erosion of the Enlightenment values that underpin Western democracy? In this conversation, Andreas Zivy reflects on the state of democratic governance today, examining the structural, cultural, and technological forces reshaping public discourse and political legitimacy. The discussion will explore whether democratic systems can adapt to these pressures, what renewal might require, and how citizens, institutions, and civil society can contribute to safeguarding open and accountable societies.
