This New Cold War Is Ideological Too
Russia is borrowing Western beliefs. That only makes the ideological challenge it poses more insidious.
Conservatism
French Republicans Lurch Right with Wauquiez
The new Republican party leader calls for a return to the “true values of the right”.
Other Conservatives Should Be Wary of Imitating Kurz
Most don’t have the Austrian’s luxury of being able to tack to the right without losing support in the center.
Why Marine Le Pen Turned on Her Right-Hand Man
On key issues, Florian Philippot was on the wrong side of the National Front’s electorate.
Once the Party of Stability, Conservatives Provoke Unrest
Britain’s Conservatives once promised a haven from global unrest. Now they seem to provoke it.
British Conservatives Split Into Three After Election Defeat
Ideologues long for the 80s. Explainers argue for better communication. Adapters want a new program.
Other Conservatives Should Be Wary of Imitating Kurz and May
Unlike most, conservative leaders in Austria and the UK can afford to appease reactionary voters.
National Front Has Most to Gain from Becoming Conservative
That would mean emphasizing social, not economic, issues and learning to live with the EU.
Conservatives Need to Rethink Whose Side They’re On
Former #NeverTrump activists need to team up with the left in order to defend liberal democracy and the rule of law.
The French Far Right’s Family Feud Explained
Historical and geographical divisions help explain why the Le Pens are at odds.
François Fillon Leads Revolt of France’s “Discreet Bourgeoisie”
Middle-income voters in small-town France have lost patience after five years of socialism.
Brexit Imperils May’s Compassionate Conservatism
The cost of Brexit will not leave much extra for those who are “just about managing”.
After Trump’s Defeat, Republicans Must Purge His Insurgents
Republicans need to slay the monster they have created or cede the center ground to Democrats.
Reprimand Liberals, Don’t Repudiate Liberalism
Liberals may have been aloof. That doesn’t mean they’ve been wrong on the issues.
May’s Rightward Shift Risks Alienating Liberal Voters
Theresa May mustn’t overcorrect the liberalism of her predecessor.