Netherlands Has Responsibility to Lead After Brexit: Rutte
The Dutch see a role for themselves as champions of free trade and the single market.
Europe
Reminder Not to Rely on American and British News About Europe
What happened to Germany’s “worst political crisis since the 1940s”?
Coalition Breakthrough in Germany, Explained
The policies, the politics and analyses of Angela Merkel’s deal with the Social Democrats.
Brexit Has Divided Generations in United Kingdom
Boomers first hoarded the benefits of liberalization and then voted to deny the young the opportunities of EU membership.
The Pros and Cons of a Flat Tax in Italy
A single tax rate could boost growth and discourage tax evasion, but there are downsides.
Immigration, Digital Reforms Justify Grand Coalition in Germany
Plans bely fears that another grand coalition would muddle through.
Italy’s Right Makes Pact, Democrats Open Door to Grand Coalition
Silvio Berlusconi might still be lured into a coalition with the center-left.
Both Left- and Right-Wing Critics of Britain’s NHS Have a Point
The system could use more money, but in the long term British health care needs liberalization.
Brexit Takes Toll on Kingdom’s Global Influence
The United Kingdom can no longer count on the unequivocal support of its allies.
Catalonia in Common Rules Out Supporting Unionist Government
The decision makes another separatist administration almost inevitable.
Tabarnia: A Separatist Parody That Gets Too Much Attention
A proposal to split Catalonia’s cities from its more separatist hinterland does little to heal divisions.
Corsica Is Not the Next Catalonia
Nationalists have a majority on the island, but they are not demanding independence from France.
Both Sides Claim Victory in Catalonia
Separatists and unionists each find reason to claim victory. The view from abroad is that nobody won.
A Third Way for Catalonia
The region needs an alternative to secession and the status quo.
New Social Compact: Deregulation and Universal Basic Income
If deregulation is coupled with the introduction of a universal basic income, people may not fear being left behind.