Michael Ignatieff
Michael Ignatieff is a Canadian author, academic, and former politician who led the Liberal Party of Canada. He has a distinguished background in political theory and history, and has served as the rector of Central European University in Budapest. Ignatieff is known for his analyses of democracy, human rights, and international relations, and has provided critical commentary on the political landscape in the United States, particularly concerning the leadership of Donald Trump and its implications for democratic institutions.
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Michael Ignatieff discusses the challenges and opportunities for democracies in the current geopolitical landscape.
Europa måste utmana Putins lögner
Sweden· 2026-02-24
It was while canvassing for former Liberal leader Michael Ignatieff in 2008 that she found herself knocking on doors in Lake Promenade and loving the neighbourhood.
A shell of a house on a Lake Ontario beach
Canada· 2026-01-24
Michael Ignatieff offered faint praise of Pablo Rodriguez's leadership qualities.
A Quebec Liberal Party meltdown ups the likelihood of a PQ victory in the next electionCanada· 2025-11-28
Michael Ignatieff is the author of The Rights Revolution, among other books, and teaches history at Central European University in Vienna.
The day the U.S. legalized love – for everyoneCanada· 2025-11-23
Michael Ignatieff argues that academic freedom and democracy depend on each other.
La ultraderecha y la libertad académica
Argentina· 2025-11-09
Michael Ignatieff is quoted regarding his survival during the Terror of the French Revolution.
Der Liberalismus in Europa ist in existenzieller Gefahr
Switzerland· 2025-11-04
Michael Ignatieff warns that authoritarian patterns persist even in societies that have adopted democratic institutions.
Reflexiones sobre el auge del autoritarismo
Dominican Republic· 2025-11-04Michael Ignatieff is a Canadian politician and intellectual who has written extensively on human rights and state theory.
Michael Ignatieff (historiador): “Cada nueva persona a la que Israel mata genera otro terrorista” | Ideas
Spain· 2025-09-14
Michael Ignatieff warned against the trend of authoritarian and populist regimes clamping down on academic freedom.
Lost freedom - Newspaper - DAWN.COM
Pakistan· 2025-09-01
Michael Ignatieff is a political scientist who discussed the importance of human rights in a talk marking the 75th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.
‘We need to find common ground’. The Australian Human Rights Commission president’s challenge
Australia· 2025-07-19
Michael Ignatieff teaches history at Central European University in Vienna.
Sixty years ago, a philosopher said Canada would be absorbed by America. He could still be rightCanada· 2025-06-27
Michael Ignatieff teaches history at Central European University in Vienna.
Pax Americana is over. The rest of the Western alliance will have to pick up the burden of protecting peaceCanada· 2025-06-18
Michael Ignatieff was the leader of the Liberal Party and is noted as one of the weaker leaders in its history.
Post-Mulroney, the Conservatives’ brand is ‘loser.’ It’s time for an overhaulCanada· 2025-06-12
Michael Ignatieff emphasizes the importance of ethical justifications in the battle between terrorists and democrats.
El debate frente al terrorismo de Estado
Venezuela· 2025-06-11
Michael Ignatieff reflects on the relationship between democracy and terrorism in Venezuela.
El terrorismo en el poderVenezuela· 2025-06-04
Michael Ignatieff, a former Liberal Party leader, has a Harvard PhD and has spoken about the disadvantages of the Harvard tie in politics.
Harvard’s elitism makes it a soft target for Trump’s attacksCanada· 2025-05-28
Last year's award went to Canadian writer and former politician Michael Ignatieff.
Premios Princesa de Asturias: El demógrafo Douglas Massey, premio Princesa de Asturias de Ciencias Sociales | SociedadSpain· 2025-05-21
Michael Ignatieff learned that one should attack the strong points of an adversary rather than the weak ones.
Ideas progresistas del mundo de ayer que no sirven para el mundo de mañana | OpiniónSpain· 2025-05-08
Michael Ignatieff is an academic and former Liberal leader who commented on the challenges facing the next Prime Minister.
Editorial: Continuidad liberal en Canadá
Costa Rica· 2025-05-01Michael Ignatieff, a Booker Prize-shortlisted author, became leader of the Canadian opposition in 2008 but was described as a complete disaster in politics.
Will Mark Carney appeal to voters as an outsider?Australia· 2025-04-26
Michael Ignatieff is a former Liberal Party leader and professor of history and rector emeritus of Vienna’s Central European University.
Opinion: What’s the price we’re willing to pay for Canada?Canada· 2025-04-26
Michael Ignatieff discusses Canada's potential to find new markets and strengthen its economy.
Canada stands at a crossroads as Trump enacts shattering political changes with the stroke of a penCanada· 2025-04-05
Michael Ignatieff is referenced for his perspective on the nature of politics as combat in a recent interview.
“No den la espalda a la política” | OpiniónSpain· 2025-03-30
Michael Ignatieff is recognized as the most prominent intellectual voice in Canada, stating that Ukraine will never trust the United States again.
Excelentes en la destrucción, nulos como gobernantes | OpiniónSpain· 2025-03-30Michael Ignatieff questions Trump's rhetorical attacks on Canada in a recent essay.
Canadá, un salvavidas - Columna de Eduardo Posada Carbó
Colombia· 2025-03-28
The Canadian academic Michael Ignatieff calls 'ordinary virtues' – things such as 'compassion, pity and generosity'.
Garron Noone shows it’s hard to find the words to talk about immigration – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2025-03-23
Michael Ignatieff has warned that a political battle could lead to civil war.
Pensar y mirar más allá de PetroColombia· 2025-03-22
Michael Ignatieff was mentioned as a previous 'out-of-touch' Liberal leader.
New Canadian PM Mark Carney accused of being out of touch by critics
United States· 2025-03-15
Michael Ignatieff was another leader of the Liberals who was thought to be inept.
Opinion: The Liberal Party of Canada is reinventing – and resurrecting – itself once againCanada· 2025-03-08
Michael Ignatieff emphasizes the implications of America's sphere of influence from Greenland to Chile.
Un final al războiului care dă fiori Ucrainei. Viziunea lui Trump, dincolo de acordul de pace
Romania· 2025-02-17
