May Seen as Strong Contender to Replace Cameron
The home secretary is on the right, but she does not stir the kind of anger Boris Johnson does.
Europe
Labour Center Revolts Amid Rumors of Split
Jeremy Corbyn loses half his shadow cabinet amid rumors that parliamentarians are considering a Labour split.
Shock of EU Exit Reverberates Through British Politics
Conservatives are looking for a new leader. There is a split in the Labour Party.
Rajoy Vindicated, Grows Party in Spain’s Reelections
The prime minister expands his People’s Party’s plurality, putting him in a stronger position to stay in power.
After Six Months of Gridlock, Little Could Change in Spain
Conservatives are expected to fall short of a majority. The Socialists will hold the balance of power.
Effort Underway to Remove British Labour Party Leader
The outcome of Britain’s EU referendum has convinced many in the party Jeremy Corbyn must be removed.
British Vote to Leave: A Victory for Putinist Pseudo-Politics
Facts are irrelevant, truth is non-existent and semblance and suspicion define the acts of a political community.
Boris Johnson Faces Rivals to Succeed Cameron
The former mayor is no shoo-in for the Conservative Party leadership. Here are four more contenders.
British Vote to Leave EU Roils Western World
Britain’s decision to leave the European Union has shocked its allies.
British EU Exit Would Be Diplomatic Disaster for France
Britain’s withdrawal would upset the balance of power in Europe.
Foreign Ministers Propose More Flexibility for Europe
Britain’s exit might give way to a more flexible EU.
Spanish Far Left’s Influence Could Be Limited in Coalition
The United Left could play a national role for the first time, but it would still hold little power in a coalition.
You’re So Vain: Americans and Britain’s EU Referendum
Britain’s decision to leave the EU had little to do with the United States.
Cameron’s Resignation the End of a Project
There is a risk the Conservative Party will now abandon the center ground where it has won two elections.
EU Referendum Splits Britain Along Blue-Red Lines
The vote on Europe makes clear the divide in British politics is no longer between Conservative and Labour.