{
  "id": 19342385,
  "title": "And What About Europe’s Center-Left?",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/10/and-what-about-europes-center-left",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-10T14:09:50.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Foreign Policy",
    "slug": "foreign-policy",
    "url": "https://foreignpolicy.com/2026/11/10/democrats-us-europe-eu-center-left/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "In a few months, Europe will observe a momentous occasion: the 70th anniversary of the signing of the Treaty of Rome in 1957, which established the European Union. However, this milestone will be met with low-key celebrations, as few governments are eager to praise an organization often labeled as elitist and out of touch. The EU has long struggled to address the roots of populism, assert its presence in global crises, and communicate effectively with voters, particularly younger ones. Despite this, the upcoming elections in 2027 across Europe, which center on issues such as gas prices and living costs, could potentially topple mainstream governments. The center-left parties, which traditionally define themselves against their opponents rather than articulating their own values, find themselves grappling with the challenge of addressing issues like stagnant growth and deteriorating living standards, which have persisted since the 2007-08 financial crisis. They are stuck in a cycle of benefit spending, which, due to demographic shifts and aging populations, is increasing without addressing its root causes. While some center-left parties acknowledge the need to tackle the causes of stagnant growth, others find themselves at odds over how to balance spending on social welfare versus military and economic priorities. The center-left's struggle to define its position in the face of increasing polarization and the rise of right-wing and far-right parties highlights the complexity of the challenges facing European politics in the coming years.",
  "summary": "As U.S. Democrats sweep into power, European progressives are wondering how to move forward.",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}