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The Drug Is Only Half the Policy: Lobbying the Rules for Psychedelic Medicine

Leave a Comment / Health Policy, lobbying, public affairs /

The FDA’s September 2026 hearing on psychedelic medicine highlights the complexity of lobbying for these treatments. Approval involves more than just efficacy; it requires a comprehensive approach addressing care models, supervision, professional training, funding, and regulatory controls. Successful advocacy must navigate these intertwined factors for effective public health outcomes.

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The Antisemitism Observatory: What Courts Count—and What They Do Not

Leave a Comment / Europe, human rights, public affairs, The Antisemitism Observatory, United States /

The Antisemitism Observatory highlights that current evidence does not support a broad decline in antisemitism. Various cases illustrate that reports, investigations, and court outcomes differ in nature, with some courts proving violence but rejecting antisemitic motives. Overall, statistics reveal persistently high levels of antisemitism since October 2023.

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Global Public Affairs & Government Relations Weekly Brief

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The Global Public Affairs & Government Relations Weekly Brief highlights significant developments from September 12 to 19, 2026. Key issues include new U.S. sanctions against Russian energy buyers, shifting Iranian enforcement affecting NATO allies, a proposed EU-Canada strategic partnership, and the introduction of the EU KIDS Act to regulate online safety for children.

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A Human in the Loop Is Not Enough

Leave a Comment / Artificial Intelligence, human resources, management /

The article discusses the growing prevalence of algorithmic management in workplaces, where automated systems make decisions affecting employees. It emphasizes the importance of meaningful human oversight, defining conditions for effective governance and accountability. Real management requires the authority and ability to challenge automated decisions, ensuring just and fair outcomes for workers.

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When Insurance Retreats, Public Policy Moves In

Leave a Comment / Climate Policy, public affairs, Risk & Resilience /

The European Commission launched a Climate Insurance Alliance on September 16, 2026, aiming to address the insufficient insurance coverage for natural catastrophes in Europe. With only a quarter of losses insured, the initiative seeks to involve various stakeholders to enhance risk management and establish fair cost-sharing practices in light of climate change challenges.

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The Tank Is Ready. The Route Is Not: Europe’s Military Mobility Test

Leave a Comment / Defense, geopolitics, International Affairs /

Europe’s military mobility faces significant challenges despite increased defense budgets and equipment acquisitions. Effective deployment hinges on a complex integration of infrastructure, permissions, and civilian transport systems. Proposed frameworks aim to streamline cross-border movement, but gaps in operational readiness persist, emphasizing that geographical and procedural constraints can undermine deterrence efforts.

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The Last Five Percent Is Not Waste: The Leadership Case for Strategic Slack

Leave a Comment / corporate governance, leadership, management /

The article argues for the importance of strategic slack—reserves of capacity, time, options, and authority—within organizations. It emphasizes that efficiency shouldn’t compromise resilience against disruptions, illustrated through case studies of Toyota, TSB, Maersk, and Netflix. Leaders must carefully manage slack to sustain operations during crises.

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A public procurement director examines unbranded medical equipment with a clinician and a technical engineer in a hospital receiving area

The Tender Is the Policy: Lobbying Before the Public Buyer Writes the Rules

Leave a Comment / lobbying, public affairs, public affairseuropean union, Uncategorized /

Lobbying | Public Procurement | Industrial Policy Europe is turning public procurement into an instrument of industrial strategy, resilience and economic security. For lobbyists, the decisive contest is moving upstream—from winning a bid to shaping the public principles by which thousands of bids will be judged. By Frank Farnel | Responsible Public Affairs | September

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Muslim Brotherhood Networks and Europe’s Ballot Box: What Political Influence Looks Like at the Local Level – (In English, French and Arabic).

Leave a Comment / Defense, diplomacy, International Affairs, SkyNewsArabia /

In a Sky News Arabia interview, Frank Farnel emphasizes that the critical issue in Europe is not a unified electoral machine but local influence ecosystems formed by religious and community institutions. He discusses the need for transparency in political activities and funding to ensure lawful democratic participation while preventing the misuse of religious authority for political gain.

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A Concert Canceled, a Holiday Secured

Leave a Comment / France, International Affairs, The Antemitism Observatory /

During the week of September 7–13, 2026, France implemented heightened security for Jewish worship while a venue canceled a concert featuring Jewish artist Barbara Butch, reflecting challenges in maintaining Jewish public participation. This highlights the distinction between protective measures and actual participation, amid concerns over rising antisemitism and community engagement.

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