Please Join us on Tuesday 13th October 2026 for the launch of Bright Blue and Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung’s new report titled, ‘Populist pushback? Better understanding and defeating European populism‘.
This report outlines the characteristics and attitudes of European populist voters before identifying the key policies and tactics of European populist parties. The report proposes fresh ideas for centre-right politicians across Europe to defeat both social democratic and right-wing populist opponents.
Attend our panel discussion with key speakers including:
- Kevin Hollinrake MP, Chair, The Conservative Party
- Franz Xaver Mauerer, Senior Advisor to the CDU/CSU Parliamentary Group and Former German Diplomat
- Professor Tim Bale, Professor of Politics, Queen Mary University of London
- Noa Hoffman, Political Correspondent, The Spectator
- Bartek Staniszewski, Head of Policy, Bright Blue and Co-Author, Populist pushback?
- Ryan Shorthouse, Executive Chair, Bright Blue and Kai Gläser, Senior Project Manager, Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung (Co-Chairs)
We would be delighted if you could join us.
Date
Tuesday 13th October 2026, 12:00-13:00
Location
Venue will be disclosed upon RSVP.
RSVP
If you are planning to attend, please RSVP directly to omar@brightblue.org.uk.
This event has a limited capacity and we would urge you to RSVP as soon as possible on a first come first served basis.
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