Despite Right-Wing Gains, Dutch Election Could Push Rutte Left
The prime minister’s right-wing rivals are less willing to compromise than left-wing parties.
Analysis
German Liberals Stab Dutch Liberal in the Back
The Free Democrats derail Jan Huitema’s plan for clean cars.
Italian Left Doubles Down on Failed Identity Politics
Democrats lost the election campaigning for social justice, so they push more of it.
Joe Biden’s Border Policy, Explained
The Democrat would make it easier for some refugees to apply, but disqualify illegal aliens from asylum.
Why the Netherlands Is Calling for EU Asylum Reform
Immigration systems have been overwhelmed by a post-COVID bounce in asylum applications.
Macron Is Winning the Argument for State Aid in Europe
Two years ago, the French president’s proposals were too far-fetched.
Spanish Constitutional Crisis Ends with Whimper
Conservatives accept three progressive judges in order to avoid changing the nominating rules.
The Arguments For and Against French Pension Reform
The current retirement age is low, but the French object to working longer.
Dutch Plan for Organic Farming Underwhelms
The money is a drop in the bucket compared to overall farm subsidies.
Spanish Judges Block Senate Debate to Replace Them
Conservatives go out of their way to avoid a progressive court.
Italy Shows Goodwill to EU with Last-Minute Tax Changes
The right-wing government needs the EU to sign off on COVID-19 recovery funds.
Europe’s Asylum Crisis, Explained
A deep dive into the numbers plus the policies of France, Italy and Netherlands.
Rent Control Keeps Failing. Countries Keep Trying
What do you call doing the same thing over and over again, and expecting different results?
Is Ron DeSantis the Next Donald Trump?
The Florida governor has become a strong contender for his party’s presidential nomination.
Midterms Could Have Gone Worse for Democrats
Joe Biden’s party isn’t popular, but Republicans are worse.