Judges Need to Know Their Place
When judges behave like politicians, they weaken the judiciary.
Netherlands
Swedish Housing Crisis Has Similarities with Netherlands
Both countries struggle to find the right balance between public and private.
Dutch Likely to Reverse Labor Market Liberalizations
Most parties want to encourage the use of regular contracts.
Dutch Right Alarmed as Left Needed to Form Government
Labor and the Greens lost the election but could still end up in power.
Revelations in Benefits Scandal Make Rutte’s Job Even Harder
Few parties are willing to give the liberal prime minister a fourth term.
Rutte’s Opponents Smell Blood in the Water
But center-right parties may want to think twice before forcing him out.
Rutte’s Future in Doubt After Botched Coalition Talks
The long-ruling Dutch prime minister is suddenly vulnerable.
Fragmented Dutch Parliament Lacks Experience
It’s the price the Netherlands has to pay for giving its voters so much choice.
Dutch and Spanish Leaders Share Vision for EU
Mark Rutte and Pedro Sánchez caution against protectionism.
Liberal Parties Look for Allies in Netherlands
Mark Rutte needs at least three parties to form another government.
Curaçao Election Result Will Set Off Alarm Bells in Netherlands
Parties opposed to the conditions of Dutch financial aid win a majority.
Dutch Election: Takeaways and What Happens Next
A center-right government seems likely, but new parties could play a role.
Foreign Press Are Missing the Story in the Dutch Election
Journalists hype the far right and overlook the consensus in the center.
Rutte Wins Dutch Election, Pro-EU Party Places Second
Mark Rutte’s reelection wasn’t in doubt, but D66’s second-place finish is a surprise.
Dutch Election Guide
The Dutch electoral system, the parties, the polls and possible coalitions.