The World Is Much Better Off Than It Feels
By every objective measure, the world is becoming a better place. So why doesn’t it always feel that way?
Catalan Separatists Agree on Independence But Little Else
Separatist parties agree they want to break away from Spain, but that’s about all they agree on.
Spanish Parties Need to Get Their Act Together
Time is running out to form a government, yet none of the major parties are close to a deal.
The Real Scandal Is That Putin Obviously Prefers Trump
Whether Russia leaked the Democrats’ emails or not; it obviously wants Donald Trump to become president.
In Picking Kaine, Clinton Emphasizes Competence
The Democrat distinguishes herself from Donald Trump by promising intelligent, steady leadership.
Why Aren’t Serious Labour Candidates Standing Up?
There are more able politicians than Owen Smith to challenge Jeremy Corbyn, but they are sitting this out.
Turkey’s Coup Signals a Generational Shift to Islamism
Recep Erdoğan’s ability to quash the military putsch gives him free rein to reverse Turkish history.
Trump Throws Fresh Doubt on NATO Commitment
The Republican equivocates when asked if he would protect allies against Russia.
Democrats and Non-Trump Republicans Share Views
On immigration and trade, anti-Trump Republicans have more in common with the other party than their own.
Mindless Republican Tough Talk Reaches New Low
Right-wing rhetoric on security has severed any relation with reality in favor of pure and uncontrolled emotion.
As Britain Prepares to Leave EU, Irish Eye Unification
Ireland’s Enda Kenny for the first time raises the possibility of incorporating Northern Ireland into his country.
Pence Can Make a Mistake, Clinton Can’t: Trump
The Republican forgives his vice presidential candidate for his Iraq War vote, but not Hillary Clinton.
Republican Party Comes Unhinged at Trump’s Convention
Speakers whip up fear and hate while anti-Trump forces are drowned out by what they describe as “brownshirts”.
After Failed Coup, Erdoğan Will Further Polarize Turkey
After surviving a putsch, Turkey’s president is doing the opposite of what his country needs.
May Seeks Middle Way for British Conservatism
Between the liberalism of David Cameron and the Tory paternalism of the past.