The Polarization of Dutch Politics
After years of consensus politics, the left and right in the Netherlands are far apart.
Why So Many People Hate the Rich
Why are businessmen and capitalism so often vilified? Fifty years ago, Ludwig von Mises had the answer already.
German Company Files Suit Against Nuclear Moratorium
A German energy producer announced to take legal action against a government order to shut down one of its reactors.
The Future of Nuclear Energy Worldwide
Developing countries push ahead with ambitious nuclear plans.
The Temptation of Another Intervention
Even if the suppression of protests in Syria is ruthless, America cannot afford to turn it into another Libya.
The Many Problems with Financial Reform
Both CBO’s fiscal projections and the concerns of former Federal Reserve chairman Alan Greenspan leave many questions about Dodd-Frank.
Russia’s Conflicts in Libya
Dmitry Gorenburg examines the difficult position the Kremlin finds itself in with regard to the international military intervention in Libya.
Why Turkey Cautiously Urges Syria to Reform
The Turkish prime minister urged his Syrian counterpart to enact swift political reform. Why is Ankara so concerned?
BRIC+1: Germany’s New Bedfellows?
Germany finds itself in the company of Brazil, Russia, India and China in opposing intervention in Libya.
Old Wounds in the Persian Gulf
While the world is focused on Libya, a potentially far more dangerous situation is unfolding in the kingdom of Bahrain.
Merkel, Sarkozy Lose in Regional Elections
The ruling parties of both France and Germany suffered defeat at the polls in regional elections this weekend.
Sarkozy in the Shadow of French Grandeur
Nicolas Sarkozy’s foreign policy is very different from Charles de Gaulle’s.
Forestalling Another Civil War in Yemen
The United States may use their contacts with both the government and the opposition in Yemen to avert a crisis.
Getting the Government Out of Health Care
One year after Obamacare, it’s clearer than ever that health care needs less government, not more.
Portuguese Opposition Rejects Austerity Plans
Political uncertainty and a lack of substantive public sector reforms may compel Portugal to seek an international bailout.