Catalan Budget Crisis Is Tied to Independence
Reasonable independence parties need the support of separatist hardliners.
Europe
Dutch Get Preview of Next Government’s Policies
A deal between two of the negotiating parties was found on a train.
Repeal of Spanish Labor Reforms Is Unwise
Liberalizations cut unemployment and encouraged business creation.
Germany Has Bigger Drug Problem Than Netherlands
Der Spiegel should take a look in the mirror.
Costa Loses Support of Portugal’s Far Left
Early elections are likely.
Political Fragmentation Hasn’t Weakened Germany
American alarmism about coalition politics is unfounded.
Sway with Me: How Italy’s Salvini Lost His Credibility
The far-right leader couldn’t decide between populism and statesmanship.
French Election Is Macron’s to Lose
Unless some of his rivals unite, the president is almost certain to win reelection.
Spain Tries to Solve Yesterday’s Housing Crisis
Prices are already down due to the pandemic.
How Poland Ended Up Defying EU Law
A timeline of the last six years and a look at the EU’s options.
Breakthrough in Dutch Coalition Talks
Social liberals agree to open negotiations with the Christian right.
The Return of European Social Democracy
Center-left parties are winning elections again. What changed?
Outlines of a Green-Liberal Pact for Germany
Where the two parties may be able to compromise.
German Election: Takeaways and Next Steps
The Greens and liberals are poised to return to power, but who will lead them?
Merkel’s Party Loses German Election, Left and Liberals Gain
Three parties will probably be needed to form a government.
