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Sheri Berman

Sheri Berman is a professor of political science at Barnard College, Columbia University and the author of a forthcoming book titled Democracy and Dictatorship in Europe: From the Ancient Regime to the Collapse of Communism

Latest articles by Sheri Berman

Polyarchy
The development and decay of democracyThe development and decay of democracy
Polyarchy

The fate of social democracy should worry not only those on the left, but anyone concerned with democracy in Europe.

By Sheri Berman
The Big Idea
Defeating Marine Le Pen won’t be enough to save FranceDefeating Marine Le Pen won’t be enough to save France
The Big Idea

If Macron stumbles in office — and he faces steep challenges — the door could be wide open for the far right.

By Sheri Berman
The Big Idea
Donald Trump isn’t a fascistDonald Trump isn’t a fascist
The Big Idea

A leading expert on 1930s-era politics explains that Trump is a right-wing populist, not a fascist — and the distinction matters.

By Sheri Berman

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