By June, France Will Have a More Pro-Russian President
François Fillon’s nomination guarantees that the next French president will be more Russia-friendly.
Analysis
François Fillon Leads Revolt of France’s “Discreet Bourgeoisie”
Middle-income voters in small-town France have lost patience after five years of socialism.
The Middle East in the Age of Trump
What little we know about the president-elect’s plans for the region does not inspire much confidence.
Season of Discontent: Parallels Between Brexit and Trump
In Britain and the United States, people rebelled against the preferences of college-educated, city elites.
Trump’s European Admirers Are Deluding Themselves
European nationalists see a kindred spirit. They shouldn’t get their hopes up.
Merkel Must Be Careful Not to Repeat Clinton’s Mistake
In pursuing centrist voters, the German chancellor must take care to protect her right flank.
Brexit Imperils May’s Compassionate Conservatism
The cost of Brexit will not leave much extra for those who are “just about managing”.
The Trouble with Electing an Outsider
Benjamin Netanyahu and Viktor Orbán could tell us something about the way Donald Trump will govern.
Overlooked Regional Divisions Helped Trump Defeat Clinton
Two divides — between North and South and between California and Texas — deserve more attention.
For French Right, Juppé Is the Safe Choice
Both Republican candidates could defeat Marine Le Pen, but François Fillon would be weaker against a centrist.
First Presidential Primary in France Becomes Sarkozy’s Downfall
The former president fails to quality for the second voting round.
Russia Divides French Right’s Presidential Contenders
François Fillon and Nicolas Sarkozy seek rapprochement. Alain Juppé rejects “Russophilia”.
Muslim Registry Would Require Investigation of Thought Crimes
Set aside the dubious ethics of registering American Muslims; compiling a list is fraught with impracticalities.
Italy’s Renzi Brought Referendum Mess on Himself
The social democrat thought a referendum would strengthen him. It could prove his undoing.
Fillon Unexpectedly Surges in French Presidential Primary
Nicolas Sarkozy’s former prime minister suddenly emerges as a serious contender.