Britain Votes to Leave EU: The Day After
Analysis and commentary on the day after Britain’s vote to leave the EU.
Europe
British “Remain” Vote Would Pave Way to Two-Speed Europe
A semi-detached Britain could widen the gap between euro and non-euro countries.
The Day After: What Happens If Britain Leaves
Leaving the EU would create a legal nightmare for Britain.
Britain Votes to Leave EU in Referendum
But Gibraltar and Scotland vote to remain in.
Brexit or Not, the World Curves Toward Union
Today’s challenges are too big for any one nation state to tackle. Europe in particular needs to work together.
Half of Leave Voters Believe British Referendum Rigged
The leave campaign has convinced nearly half its followers that their decision will be overturned.
Pedro Sánchez: The Man Without Options
Spain’s Socialist Party leader could find himself with no good options after the election, again.
Hollande Hopes to Emerge Stronger from Primary
A left-wing nominating contest might be a blessing in disguise for France’s historically unpopular president.
Let’s Lower the Stakes: Our Politics Are Not Worth Dying For
When you turn politics into a matter of life and death, there is a risk some people will take you seriously.
A Liberal, Realistic European Union Needs Britain
As long as the United Kingdom stays in, the EU will never develop into the thing Britons fear.
France’s Sarkozy Endorses Two-Speed Europe
The once and possibly future president calls for different levels of integration.
NATO to Deploy Battlegroups to Baltic States, Poland
The alliance sends troops to its northeasternmost member states but shies away from building new bases.
Commissioner Accidentally Makes Case for British EU Membership
Günther Oettinger hopes that Britain’s exit will unleash “new dynamics” for closer European integration.
Far-Left Fanatics Jeopardize Catalan Secession Plans
One small party could put independence from Spain on hold.
Poland Ignores Expert Advice to Shoot Itself in the Foot
Polish leaders are determined to correct the “neoliberal” ways of the recent past, whatever the consequences.