Kurzism Doesn’t Travel Well
Conservatives in France and Spain have mimicked the Austrian’s lurch to the right without his success.
Cracks in California’s Progressive Model
California Democrats have a blind spot when it comes to the state’s housing crisis.
A Year Has Been Wasted in Catalonia
Almost nothing has changed since the independence referendum in 2017.
Top Stories of 2018
Brexit, EU reform, the future of the center-left and the spread of illiberal democracy.
Mattis’ Resignation Shocks Allies in Europe
Countries were counting on the former general to protect them from the whims of Donald Trump.
Trump Scandals Keep Piling Up
Michael Flynn, Ryan Zinke, the Trump Foundation, Michael Cohen, Maria Butina…
Good News on Guns and Criminal Justice Reform
The Trump Administration bans bump-fire stocks. The Senate votes for criminal justice reform.
Italy Backs Down from Budget Fight with EU
The ruling Five Star Movement and League agree to rein in spending.
Europe Once Again Proves the Doomsayers Wrong
Support for the euro has never been higher. The economy is doing well.
The Sources of Populist Rage — And What To Do About It
Reactionary populism is less a coherent policy platform than a cry for attention.
Northern Irish, Scots Would Rather Stay in EU Than UK
Majorities would rather secede from the UK than crash out of the EU without a deal.
Loss of Control: What Moderates Get Wrong About Migration
If mainstream politicians are unable to fix a broken system, they will cede the issue to the far right.
Democrats’ Invisible Primary Underway
Candidates are quietly courting donors, party bosses, friendly journalists and affiliated interest groups.
A Futile Leadership Challenge from Brexiteers in Denial
The EU is not going to give another prime minister a better deal.
Theresa May Survives Leadership Challenge from Brexiteers
The prime minister survives a confidence vote but promises to stand down before the next election.