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The European Parliament is challenging the national power monopolies

Members of the European Parliament have gained great influence in trade policy, thereby challenging the national monopolies of power. Often, they are perceived as a disturbing element in international negotiations.  

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The predicaments of EU differentiation

European decision-makers point to flexible relationships with the EU as a way to maintain their countries’ autonomy. New research suggests that political differentiation might in fact lead to the opposite, which does not bode well for the UK after Brexit.

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So much more than just play

- It is the university of life that people engage in in their leisure time, says Lise Kjølsrød. In her new book the sociologist argues that "adults’ play" such as rock climbing and art collecting are not only important for the individual, but also for society.

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  • TIK 20th anniversary Mar. 25, 2019

    TIK celebrated its 20th anniversary with a conference last week. Researchers from the Little Tools project were well-represented among the speakers.

  • Environmental Politics Article of the Year Award 2018 Mar. 1, 2019

    Department of Political Science congratulates Kacper Szulecki with the Environmental Politics Article of the Year Award 2018

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