Sánchez Takes Risk by Snubbing Catalans
Without their support, the prime minister would not have a majority in Congress.
Europe
Why Dutch Asylum Centers Are Full
There is not enough housing for immigrants.
Macron’s Party Is Up, But So Is the Left
The French president may defend his majority in parliament after all.
Dutch Government Created Housing Shortage, Blames Market
Far from trusting the market, politicians won’t leave housing alone.
What Conservative Spain Has in Common with Putin
Both are insecure.
How Divided Government Works in France
Without a majority in the National Assembly, the president can still make foreign policy.
Northern Ireland’s Political System Will Need to Change
Power-sharing kept the peace for 25 years. Now it’s making it harder to govern.
To Fight Inflation, Liberalize Trade
It’s one of the few things politicians can do to make life cheaper.
Amsterdam Won’t Keep Weed from Tourists
Banning the sale of cannabis could cause a surge in street crime.
Two Parties May Be Better Than Three
The only thing worse than two-party polarization is permanent rule by the center.
Macron’s Next Challenge: Defending His Majority in Parliament
The president’s second term could be a lot harder than his first.
Macron Wins Second Term in France
Emmanuel Macron is the first French president in twenty years to win reelection.
Three Political Traditions Explain the French Election
Charles de Gaulle’s two-party system has broken down.
Sánchez Can No Longer Ignore Catalonia
A spying scandal shatters what little hope Catalan nationalists had of negotiating with Madrid.
Macron Is Lesser of Evils for Mélenchon Voters
Left-wing France should give the president a second chance.