The European Union in the Age of Polycrisis: Italian Public Opinion in Comparative Perspective

The authors explore how public attitudes toward the European Union have evolved in the age of polycrisis. Through a comparative analysis of Italy, France, Germany, Poland, Spain, and Sweden, the study reveals that certain crises can bolster support for the EU, while others deepen disaffection or ambivalence. Despite rising Euroscepticism in many European countries, the authors argue that recent global challenges have redefined the EU’s role, fostering a more nuanced and resilient public perception.