Gianni Pittella's articles

Graduated in Medicine and Surgery, he is an authoritative expert on European policies and local authorities, internationally recognized. Former President and Vice-President of the European Parliament, he has also been a deputy in Italy and, more recently, a senator. Moreover, he has served as President of the Socialist and Democrats party in the European Parliament. Today, he is the Mayor of his hometown, Lauria, in the province of Potenza. He has an intense editorial activity, with the publication of articles and essays.

By Gianni Pittella | 06 July 2026

Bernie Sanders wants an AI dividend

Artificial intelligence is reshaping the world at unprecedented speed. Like the steam engine, electricity and the internet before it, it is transforming how we work,…

By Gianni Pittella | 19 May 2026

Why the EU still needs Draghi

Mario Draghi has, over recent years, consistently and firmly advanced demanding views on the future of Europe. But his speech in Aachen, on the occasion…

european parties
By Gianni Pittella | 19 June 2024

EU top jobs, European Parties’ chess game

The candidacy of Ursula von der Leyen for the presidency of the European Commission is in a critical phase due to the cross-vetoes among the European political groups …

new media
By Gianni Pittella | 16 April 2024

EU analysis and more: a needed new Media

The environment surrounding us and the challenges ahead underscore the crucial importance of the upcoming European elections …

assessment
By Gianni Pittella | 08 April 2024

The assessment of the last five years

With the European elections just around the corner, it’s time to assess the past five years of European legislative session.