Democrats Are Closer to the Center Than Republicans
But they must still be wary of moving too far to the left.
Analysis
Germany Seeks Active Role to Ensure Inclusive Afghan Peace Process
The Germans believe only an all-Afghan peace process can protect the gains made since 2001.
How Close Are Western Balkan States to Joining the EU?
Negotiations will continue, but enlargement is not a priority for most member states.
Common Sense Unlikely to Prevail in American Immigration Debate
Democrats are moving to the left while Republicans have moved to the right.
Russian Missile Treaty Violation Is a Wake-up Call for Europe
Europe may not want a repeat of the Cold War, but it has to come to terms with reality.
Republicans Now Have More in Common with the European Far Right
The party has become radicalized under Donald Trump.
Democrats Don’t Have a Good Answer to the Mitch McConnell Question
How will they get their policies through a Republican-controlled Senate?
Election of Britain’s Next Prime Minister Feels a Little Ridiculous
Britain has to suspend its potentially greatest crisis in half a century while two unpopular candidates face off.
Spain’s Moment in the Sun
Spain is moving up in Europe. How will it use its newfound influence?
Different Player, Same Game
Donald Trump hoped to improve relations with Russia. He is reverting to the same policy as his predecessors.
What Can Danes Teach Europe’s Social Democrats?
It’s not (just) about immigration. Center-left voters want politicians to protect the welfare state.
The European Protests You’ve Probably Never Heard Of
Serbians are demonstrating against their increasingly autocratic president.
It Will Be Hard for Catalans to Accept Supreme Court Verdict
The same court that will decide the fate of jailed Catalan independence leaders just sided with the family of Francisco Franco.
Spanish Center-Right Rethinks Appeasement of Far Right
Cozying up to Vox did not have the desired effect.
Brexit Is Tearing Britain’s Conservative Party Apart
Brexiteers vote for Nigel Farage. Moderates defect to the Liberal Democrats.