The Daily

Part 1: The Battle for Europe

Jun 10, 2019

Katrin Bennhold, the Berlin bureau chief for The New York Times, dives into the complex landscape of the European Union, highlighting nationalism's resurgence. She analyzes the impact of mass migration and economic turmoil on public sentiment, sparking a wave of populism. Bennhold also shares insights from a recent journey across Europe, revealing diverse views on what the E.U. represents today, especially in the wake of Brexit and far-right movements. This exploration emphasizes the ongoing struggle for unity and the future of democracy in Europe.

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Intro

2min

Skepticism and Rising Extremism in Europe

9min

The Foundations of European Unity: Embracing Democracy and Prosperity

2min

A New Era for Europe: The EU's Expansion and Emerging Challenges

5min

Crisis and Transformation in Europe

6min

The decades-long plan to stitch together countries and cultures into the European Union was ultimately blamed for two crises: mass migration and crippling debt. Together, those events contributed to a wave of nationalism across Europe. In a five-part series this week, we take a look at some of the movements aiming to disrupt the E.U. from within. Guest: Katrin Bennhold, the Berlin bureau chief for The New York Times. For more information on today’s episode, visit nytimes.com/thedaily.

Background reading:

Before the European Parliament elections last month, Katrin Bennhold and producers of “The Daily” set out on a 10-day trip to find out what Europe means to Europeans today.
The results of the elections indicated that the struggle over the future direction of the European Union would only intensify.

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