History of the Present

400 days to save American democracy

During a long stay in the US, I saw how Trump exploits deep-seated structural weaknesses. The November 2026 midterm elections are now crucial.

Sep 17 • 

Timothy Garton Ash

100

21

August 2025

Ukraine: Putin's delight, Trump's disgrace, Europe's solidarity

Trump's disgraceful Alaskan embrace of Putin changed little. Ukraine and Europe can still (just) swing this war.

Aug 24 • 

Timothy Garton Ash

226

23

With Trump wreaking havoc, will US Democrats learn from their Biden debacle?

Washington insider journalists also have much to answer for...

Aug 5 • 

Timothy Garton Ash

119

34

July 2025

Britain is muddling through...

... but with no idea where it's heading.

Jul 20 • 

Timothy Garton Ash

132

8

June 2025

The fight for Europe's future

History of the Present (three weeks ending 30 June 2025)

Jun 30 • 

Timothy Garton Ash

200

16

Questions or comments?

Paid subscriber oracle slot

Jun 15 • 

Timothy Garton Ash

14

15

The Israel-Gaza tragedy and Europe's responsibility

Reflections on European double standards and German cognitive dissonance

Jun 9 • 

Timothy Garton Ash

224

62

Poland's new president is bad news for Europe

A bitterly divided country will be hamstrung just when Europe needs it most

Jun 2 • 

Timothy Garton Ash

204

25

May 2025

Peace? What peace? The view from Ukraine

Trump, shtrump - in Kyiv and Lviv, people know they still face a long struggle

May 25 • 

Timothy Garton Ash

116

8

Prepare for the New World Disorder

What comes after America? You have been warned…

May 14 • 

Timothy Garton Ash

196

22

VE Day or Victory for Moscow day?

Europe (including Britain) teetering between war and peace

May 10 • 

Timothy Garton Ash

33

3

April 2025

Liberals of all countries, unite!

Canada points the way. Australia, Europe, Japan to follow…

Apr 30 • 

Timothy Garton Ash

185

14