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French Socialists Shy Away from Labor Reforms

Fearful of splitting their base, French ruling party leaders shy away from liberalizing the labor market.

Nick OttensSeptember 11, 2015November 28, 2021

Democrats Resist Weakening Decades-Old Social Model

The era of jobs for life with ever-rising wages and benefits is over. Democrats need to adjust their policies.

Nick OttensAugust 28, 2015January 2, 2020

Proposed Reforms Sustain French Labor Market Divide

François Hollande won’t make it easier to fire French workers.

Nick OttensJune 11, 2015November 10, 2021

Unions Seek Influence as Labour Contest Heats Up

Trade unions could help get Andy Burnham elected as the next leader of Britain’s Labour Party.

Nick OttensMay 13, 2015December 27, 2019

Business Policy Divides Socialists in Britain, France

Socialists split on whether to be for or against business.

Nick OttensApril 1, 2015November 28, 2021

Labor Unions Are Wrong to Oppose Pacific Trade Pact

Freer trade across the Pacific may cost some jobs, but it would be a net positive for the United States.

Nick OttensMarch 15, 2015April 20, 2022

German Ruling Parties Clash, Let Competitiveness Languish

Left and right are disputing minor policies while neglecting Germany’s long-term prosperity.

Nick OttensMarch 7, 2015November 13, 2021

French Premier Announces Long-Awaited Labor Reforms

Manuel Valls proposes to open up protected professions and make it easier for firms to lay off workers.

Nick OttensDecember 11, 2014November 30, 2021
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Spain’s Labor Legislation Punishes Temp Workers: Brussels

The European Commission urges Spain to eradicate the duality in its labor market.

The CornerNovember 12, 2014November 4, 2021

India’s Modi Relaxes Labor Inspections, Reduces Compliance

The conservative prime minister makes it easier for businesses to comply with rigid labor laws.

Nick OttensOctober 16, 2014November 21, 2021

Belgian Premier Unveils Labor, Pension Reforms

Charles Michel emphasizes labor and pension reforms in his first speech as prime minister.

Nick OttensOctober 14, 2014April 13, 2021

Italy’s Renzi Wins Senate’s Backing for Labor Reforms

The prime minister clears one parliamentary hurdle, but must make haste.

Nick OttensOctober 10, 2014October 25, 2021

Abe’s Refusal to Shake Up Japan’s Labor Market Spells Decline

Young Japanese can’t find the job security they need to start a family. Their government is doing nothing to help.

Nick OttensAugust 24, 2014July 2, 2020

Japan’s Abe Shies Away from Structural Economic Reforms

The “third arrow” of the Japanese prime minster’s economic reform program underwhelms.

Nick OttensJune 24, 2014July 2, 2020

Failed Tennessee Volkswagen Unionization Reflects Wider Trend

Tennessee car workers’ refusal to unionize follows downward trajectory of labor power across the United States.

David MatthewFebruary 22, 2014January 1, 2020

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