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Michael Ignatieff

Rektor der Central European University, der die Herausforderungen für die Demokratie in Osteuropa beschreibt.

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Jan 16, 2025 • 27min

Does the Trump administration pose an existential threat to Canada?

Michael Ignatieff, former leader of Canada’s Liberal Party, dives into the complex relationship between Canada and the US under Trump’s administration. He discusses the looming threat of punitive tariffs and the idea of Canada becoming the 51st state. Ignatieff reflects on Justin Trudeau’s political landscape, the impact of MAGA ideology on Canadian governance, and the challenges surrounding immigration. They also explore the concept of a national unity government as a potential solution to political polarization amid external pressures.
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Jan 29, 2025 • 41min

Episode 2321: Michael Ignatieff on why he's still (half) in love with the United States

Michael Ignatieff, a renowned Canadian writer and historian, discusses his enduring fascination with the U.S. despite its troubling political landscape. He addresses the significant shift in America’s foreign policy, branding allies as adversaries. Ignatieff critiques the decline of liberalism, linking it to class divides and racial tensions. He reflects on the cultural impact of iconic American figures in Canada and underscores the fragile state of the international rules-based order, emphasizing the need for renewed commitment to liberal values.
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Jul 5, 2019 • 38min

Carola Rackete und George Soros – #205

Lorenz Gallmetzer, Italienexperte und Journalist, analysiert die Verhaftung von Carola Rackete und die politischen Auswirkungen auf die Migrationspolitik in Europa. Michael Ignatieff, Rektor der Central European University, beleuchtet die Herausforderungen der Demokratie, insbesondere den Einfluss autoritärer Regierungen wie Viktor Orbán. Zudem diskutieren sie die Rolle von Bildungseinrichtungen als Schutzhafen für gefährdete Akademiker und die Bedeutung kritischen Denkens in der heutigen Gesellschaft.