Verfassungsblog (Nov 2023)

Defusing an Atomic Bomb

  • Christian Breitler,
  • Lorin-Johannes Wagner

DOI
https://doi.org/10.59704/75e14ecc0604ed7f
Journal volume & issue
no. 2366-7044

Abstract

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The sigh of relief was audible throughout Europe. In Brussels and other European capitals, the victory of the opposition bloc in the Polish elections sparked hope that the imminent change in government would end the illiberal course of the past. While years of democratic backsliding have left lasting marks on Poland’s political and legal landscape, the newly elected government is clearly committed to leading Poland back onto the path of democracy and the rule of law. However, one pertinent institutional issue remains to be resolved: the still pending procedure against Poland under Art 7 TEU.

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