Brexit Imperils May’s Compassionate Conservatism
The cost of Brexit will not leave much extra for those who are “just about managing”.
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.
The Trouble with Electing an Outsider
Benjamin Netanyahu and Viktor Orbán could tell us something about the way Donald Trump will govern.
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”.
Former Premiers Knock Sarkozy Out of Presidential Contest
François Fillon and Alain Juppé force Nicolas Sarkozy out of the Republican primary.
Italy’s Renzi Brought Referendum Mess on Himself
The social democrat thought a referendum would strengthen him. It could prove his undoing.
Republicans Have Changed Their Minds About the Economy
Donald Trump’s election has suddenly made Republicans more optimistic about the economy.
Fillon Unexpectedly Surges in French Presidential Primary
Nicolas Sarkozy’s former prime minister suddenly emerges as a serious contender.
Demographics Worked in Clinton’s Favor — But Not Enough
White college graduates and minority voters increasingly lean Democratic. It wasn’t enough.
In Era of Trump, Australia Looks to China for Leadership on Trade
America’s most reliable ally in the Pacific turns to China for leadership.
Trump’s Chaos and Conflicts of Interest: This Is Not Normal
A chaotic transition and numerous conflicts of interest.
Macron Crowds Center in French Presidential Election
In a three-way contest, the former economy minister could appear untested.
Dark Days Ahead for Liberals
Donald Trump’s victory is the latest in a series of setbacks, but there are still a few places that can give liberals hope.
Democrats Should Learn Right Lesson from Electoral College Defeat
Democrats shouldn’t waste time trying to reform the system. They must broaden their coalition.