Differences in political participation between social classes are well documented, yet less is known about the mechanisms that may reduce these gaps. This artic...

The 2025 German federal election reflected significant changes in the political landscape, shaped by economic challenges, geopolitical tensions, and security concerns. Marked by high voter turnout, a weakened political center, and notable shifts in party strength – including gains by the AfD and losses for the FDP – it signals a departure from previous electoral patterns. This Special Issue examines key developments that not only pertain to this specific election but also reflect broader trends in other Western democracies, such as increasing volatility in voting behavior, the rise of the populist radical right, the political behavior of young voters, polarization, and the role of social media in campaigning.

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Recent research shows a growing rural-urban divide in political attitudes and behavior, which has given currency to expressions like “places that don'…

Statement of Support for the European Political Science Society In 2009, when Ray Duch , Thomas Plümper and I founded the European Political Science Association, we debated whether to create a private...