EU Confidential A divorce and a birthday: Five years of Brexit, 10 years of POLITICO
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Apr 25, 2025 AI Snips
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Politico Europe's Exciting Launch
- Zoya Sheftalovich recalls Politico Europe's hectic and panicked launch in Brussels in 2015.
- She felt terrified but proud to show she could report on EU affairs despite being new to the topic.
Politico's Accountability Ethos
- Politico Europe's ethos has remained focused on democracy and accountability over ten years.
- Journalists must hold institutions accountable, even if they support the EU project.
Juncker Kidney Stones Scoop
- The scoop on Jean-Claude Juncker's kidney stones stirred controversy and put Politico Europe on the map.
- This story exemplified Politico's willingness to cross boundaries to reveal untold news in Brussels.