Another Electoral Setback for Germany’s Ruling Parties
The ruling conservative and liberal parties suffer defeats in regional elections.
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.
Obama the “Good Czar”
The Washington Post can’t believe that the president acted like a normal politician and tries to explain away his posturing.
Europe’s Last Chance to Let Greece Default
Once European nations agree to a second financial rescue package for Greece, there’s no way back.
Turkey’s Estrangement from Israel Continues
The diplomat rift between Ankara and Jerusalem widens as the Arab spring forces a realignment of Turkish foreign policy.
Energy Secretary Distorts History to Promote Clean Energy
Steven Chu claims that government was responsible for “all the technologies that led to prosperity in the United States.”
Italy’s Berlusconi Reneges on Austerity Pact
Italy revokes €5 billion in planned austerity measures in order to appease regional political parties.
Japan’s New Leader Signals Conservative Approach
Yoshihiko Noda is a fiscal conservative who promises to restore Japan’s American alliance.
Good Stuff in Huntsman’s Jobs Plan
The former governor would cut taxes, reduce regulations and boost energy production.
French Government Reluctant to Cut Spending
Austerity in France means raising taxes.
Iran Sues Russia for Canceled Arms Sale
Tehran files suit against Russia after it canceled the sale of air defense systems.
On Jobs, Obama Likely to Disappoint
What is advertised as a major jobs speech by the president next week will probably not contain many fresh ideas.
Turkey Has “Lost Confidence” in Assad: Gül
In a rare public rebuke, the Turkish president lambastes his Syrian counterpart.
Saudi Arabia Forging New Sunni State?
The kingdom may be aiding Syrian protesters in an attempt to break up their country.
Success in Libya Doesn’t Vindicate Obama
The American president “led from behind” and caused the Libyan war to drag on for months.
Huntsman: “Only Center-Right Candidate”
The former ambassador to China tries to appeal to the “sensible middle ground.”