France Should Reconsider Veto to Electric Pulse Fishing
The alternative is shrinking the entire trawler fleet.
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French Republicans Should Put Policy Over Politics
Macron’s presidency isn’t going to collapse. Republicans should make the most of it.
Macron Is Winning the Argument for State Aid in Europe
Two years ago, the French president’s proposals were too far-fetched.
The Arguments For and Against French Pension Reform
The current retirement age is low, but the French object to working longer.
How Government Creates Shortages of Doctors
France, the Netherlands and the United States limited slots for medical students.
Europe’s Asylum Crisis, Explained
A deep dive into the numbers plus the policies of France, Italy and Netherlands.
Russia Helped Repair American-French Relations
Not deliberately.
Macron Is Right to Push Pension Reform
The current system isn’t fair.
Don’t Tell Europeans to Cut Down on Meat
Politicians who tried have been flayed by carnivores.
Europe’s Energy Crisis, Explained
Gas prices have reached record highs. Governments spend €280 billion on subsidies and tax cuts.
The Center Did Not Hold in France
What Macron’s loss means for the Fifth Republic.
Takeaways from the French Legislative Elections
Macron has been weakened but remains in first place. The left has united, but it hasn’t grown.
Macron’s Party Is Up, But So Is the Left
The French president may defend his majority in parliament after all.
How Divided Government Works in France
Without a majority in the National Assembly, the president can still make foreign policy.
Two Parties May Be Better Than Three
The only thing worse than two-party polarization is permanent rule by the center.