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François Hollande David Cameron

British EU Exit Would Be Diplomatic Disaster for France

Britain’s withdrawal would upset the balance of power in Europe.

Nick OttensNick OttensJune 25, 2016November 15, 2021

Foreign Ministers Propose More Flexibility for Europe

Britain’s exit might give way to a more flexible EU.

Nick OttensNick OttensJune 25, 2016November 13, 2021

Spanish Far Left’s Influence Could Be Limited in Coalition

The United Left could play a national role for the first time, but it would still hold little power in a coalition.

Nick OttensNick OttensJune 25, 2016November 29, 2021
Barack Obama

You’re So Vain: Americans and Britain’s EU Referendum

Britain’s decision to leave the EU had little to do with the United States.

Nick OttensNick OttensJune 25, 2016November 21, 2021
François Hollande David Cameron

Cameron’s Resignation the End of a Project

There is a risk the Conservative Party will now abandon the center ground where it has won two elections.

Nick OttensNick OttensJune 24, 2016November 27, 2021
British parliament London

EU Referendum Splits Britain Along Blue-Red Lines

The vote on Europe makes clear the divide in British politics is no longer between Conservative and Labour.

Nick OttensNick OttensJune 24, 2016November 25, 2021
David Cameron Matteo Renzi Justin Trudeau

British “Remain” Vote Would Pave Way to Two-Speed Europe

A semi-detached Britain could widen the gap between euro and non-euro countries.

Nick OttensNick OttensJune 23, 2016November 27, 2021

The Day After: What Happens If Britain Leaves

Leaving the EU would create a legal nightmare for Britain.

Nick OttensNick OttensJune 23, 2016November 15, 2021
United States Capitol Washington

Anti-Establishment Sentiment Wrecked American Politics

Without hierarchy, American politics has become a free-for-all in which purists and insurgents thrive.

Nick OttensNick OttensJune 23, 2016October 24, 2021

Brexit or Not, the World Curves Toward Union

Today’s challenges are too big for any one nation state to tackle. Europe in particular needs to work together.

Ryan BohlRyan BohlJune 22, 2016November 30, 2021
Bideford England

Half of Leave Voters Believe British Referendum Rigged

The leave campaign has convinced nearly half its followers that their decision will be overturned.

Nick OttensNick OttensJune 21, 2016October 25, 2021

Syria Dissenters Unlikely to Persuade Obama

The urge to “do something” is understandable. It’s also not going to change the president’s calculation.

Nick OttensNick OttensJune 21, 2016November 20, 2021

Trump Voters Willing to Take Leap in the Dark

Analysis suggests Donald Trump’s policies would do enormous damage to the economy. His supporters don’t care.

Nick OttensNick OttensJune 21, 2016November 27, 2021

Pedro Sánchez: The Man Without Options

Spain’s Socialist Party leader could find himself with no good options after the election, again.

Shaun RiordanShaun RiordanJune 20, 2016November 18, 2021
Hillary Clinton Barack Obama

Would Clinton Be More Hawkish Than Obama?

A little, argues Fred Kaplan, but she would also continue the incumbent’s policy in many ways.

Nick OttensNick OttensJune 20, 2016November 24, 2021

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