It’s Not Racist to Worry About Immigration
Europe must not disparage those who worry that immigration is changing their societies too much.
Nick Ottens
Nick Ottens is a public affairs officer for the Dutch Animal Coalition and a board member for Liberal Green, the sustainability network of the Dutch liberal party VVD. He is a former political risk consultant and a former research manager for XPRIZE, where he designed prize competitions to incentivize breakthrough innovation in agriculture, food and health care. He has also worked as a journalist in Amsterdam, Barcelona and New York for EUobserver, NRC, Trouw, World Politics Review and Wynia’s Week, among others.
Democrats Resist Weakening Decades-Old Social Model
The era of jobs for life with ever-rising wages and benefits is over. Democrats need to adjust their policies.
Principled Conservatives Can’t Support Donald Trump
If Republicans want limited government, they can’t back a man who promises strong leadership.
Tsipras Rules Out Coalition with Establishment Parties
It is difficult to see how the far-left leader could stay in power without the support of centrist parties.
Andy Burnham’s Shameful Evil Tories Rhetoric
A contender for the British Labour Party’s leadership shamefully indulges in “evil Tories” stereotypes.
This Is the “Serious” Republican Foreign Policy?
Marco Rubio’s proposals for American policy in the Middle East do not inspire much confidence.
Nordics Back Britain’s European Reform Efforts
Finland backs Britain’s renegotiation. Sweden worries about a two-speed Europe.
Migrant Crisis Exacerbates European Culture War
Leaders won’t contain xenophobia by admitting more immigrants than their voters are ready for.
Train Attack No Reason to Return European Border Controls
Closing Europe’s borders would be an emotional overreaction to the foiled terror attack on the Thalys train.
Trump Latest in Line of “Superhero” Candidates
The property tycoon’s rise in the polls is the latest manifestation of a longing for strong-willed leaders.
Brazil’s Rousseff Threatens to Lose Key Ally
The Brazilian Democratic Movement Party, the largest in the ruling coalition, is reportedly preparing to walk out.
Labour’s Biggest Rebel Wants No Rebellions
If elected leader, Jeremy Corbyn would expect Labour’s lawmakers to fall in line and back his radical agenda.
Oceania Has Always Been at War with Eurasia
Why geography condemns Russia, an insecure land power, to be at odds with America.
Tsipras Shirks Responsibility, to Call Early Elections
How many mandates does the Greek leader need before he will do what needs to be done?
Young Americans, British Look to Failed Economics of the Past
Jeremy Corbyn’s and Bernie Sanders’ supporters don’t remember the damage their policies did.