Giuseppe Fioroni explores ethics and politics in new book

In his book ‘Ovunque è il centro’, published by Rubbettino Editore, former minister Giuseppe Fioroni explores the intersection of ethics and politics. Through a conversation with sociologist Angelo Palmieri, Fioroni reflects on fifty years of Italian republican life, emphasizing a moral imperative to avoid using politics or institutions for personal gain.

The work draws on his upbringing in Viterbo and the influence of civic engagement, while also citing Aldo Moro as a benchmark for democratic responsibility. Fioroni critiques the current state of Italian democracy, citing record voter abstentionism and a political class he describes as ‘surfismo della politica’—leaders who prioritize social media trends and polls over genuine national guidance.