How the Left Lost the Italian Election
Enrico Letta fought on Giorgia Meloni’s terms.
Italy
Right-Wing Parties Win Italian Election. Turnout Lowest in 100 Years
Giorgia Meloni would become Italy’s first woman prime minister.
Italian Election Guide
The electoral system, the parties, the issues and the possible outcomes, explained.
Europe’s Energy Crisis, Explained
Gas prices have reached record highs. Governments spend €280 billion on subsidies and tax cuts.
What to Expect of Italy’s Next Government
Highlights from the right-wing parties’ joint manifesto.
Mario Draghi’s Downfall, Explained
And what to expect from the next government.
Italians Turn Their Backs on Putin (And His Sympathizers)
The war in Ukraine has discredited Italian anti-Americanism.
Italy Has a Draghi-Sized Problem
No one else has his authority and stature.
Sway with Me: How Italy’s Salvini Lost His Credibility
The far-right leader couldn’t decide between populism and statesmanship.
Italian Parliament Backs Judicial Reforms
The country’s courts are the slowest in Europe.
Draghi Has the Right Plans for Italy
Let’s hope politicians and civil servants will carry them out.
Draghi Understands What Italy Needs
Do the political parties that support his government?
Italy Shouldn’t Need Draghi
A stronger democracy wouldn’t need a strong man.
Support for Anti-EU Parties Falls During Pandemic
Mainstream parties have gained popularity. Trust in the EU is up.
Renzi Picks the Wrong Fight — Again
The Italian has a tendency to ruin good causes by making them all about himself.