Rafael Behr
Rafael Behr is a prominent columnist for The Guardian, known for his incisive analysis of contemporary political issues, particularly in relation to democracy and authoritarianism. His writing often explores the intersections of history, politics, and societal change, providing readers with a deep understanding of the implications of current events. Behr frequently addresses the rise of far-right movements in Europe and the United States, offering critical insights into the dangers they pose to democratic values.
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Donald Trump is not forgetting America’s old alliances – his goal is to destroy them | Rafael Behr
United Kingdom· 2026-01-21
Rafael Behr is a Guardian columnist discussing the implications of AI technology.
When the AI bubble bursts, humans will finally have their chance to take back control | Rafael BehrUnited Kingdom· 2025-12-23
Rafael Behr wrote about the potential flaws in Starmer’s approach to handling Trump.
Donald Trump to meet the King as protesters gather in London and Windsor – UK politics live | PoliticsUnited Kingdom· 2025-09-17
Rafael Behr is a Guardian columnist who has been sanctioned by the Kremlin for his writings about Vladimir Putin.
By sanctioning journalists, the Kremlin admits how much the truth hurts | Rafael BehrUnited Kingdom· 2025-08-22
Rafael Behr is a Guardian columnist.
Trump isn’t a reliable ally – but Nato dollars can be more persuasive than Putin’s propaganda | Rafael BehrUnited Kingdom· 2025-07-16
Rafael Behr is a Guardian columnist.
Keir Starmer can’t build a stronger European partnership by stealth. He has to declare it aloud | Rafael BehrUnited Kingdom· 2025-05-09
Rafael Behr is a Guardian columnist.
Nigel Farage thinks net zero is the new Brexit. Starmer can prove him wrong | Rafael BehrUnited Kingdom· 2025-04-23
Rafael Behr is a Guardian columnist discussing the implications of US policies on free speech.
In Trumpland, ‘defending free speech’ means one thing: submission to the president | Rafael BehrUnited Kingdom· 2025-04-16
Rafael Behr is a Guardian columnist and leader writer.
Five years on from the pandemic, how has Covid changed our world? | Stephen Reicher, Rachel Clarke, Rafael Behr, Frances Ryan and othersUnited Kingdom· 2025-03-01
Rafael Behr is a Guardian columnist discussing the implications of far-right politics in Europe.
In the Musk revolution, lessons from the 20th century will be deleted | Rafael BehrUnited Kingdom· 2025-02-12
