The Party Can Still Decide
2016 was an unusual year. American party elites still play an outsized role in nominating contests.
Left-Right Coalition Would Be Best Outcome for Italy
A grand coalition, with Antonio Tajani as prime minister, would be the best outcome for Italy.
Trump Launches Trade War, Berlusconi Confirms Tajani Candidacy
Donald Trump announces tariffs. Silvio Berlusconi names his candidate for prime minister.
Learning the Wrong Lesson from Weimar
It’s not the size of the state that matters, but the willingness of state actors to defend their independence.
EU Sets Red Lines for Brexit, Puigdemont to Lead Government-in-Waiting
The EU’s red lines are unacceptable to hardliners in the United Kingdom.
Trump’s Son-in-Law Loses Access, Macron Takes on Rail Unions
Jared Kushner loses his access to top-secret intelligence. Emmanuel Macron announces plans to overhaul railways.
Merkel Wins Party’s Support, Berlusconi a Warning to Americans
Christian Democrats support another left-right coalition in Germany.
Donald Trump’s Instincts on Drugs Are All Wrong
The president’s tough-on-drugs mindset is a throwback to the 1980s and 90s.
Macron Breaks Taboo, Spain Makes Gibraltar Demands
Emmanuel Macron opens the door to farm subsidy cuts. Spain wants power over Gibraltar’s airport.
American Media Divide Generations, Labour Attempts to Divide Conservatives
Right-wing media widen the generational gap in the United States. Labour tests the loyalty of Brexit-wary Conservatives.
Brexiteers Disparage Good Friday Agreement, Berlusconi Hints at Tajani Premiership
Brexiteers dismiss concerns about Northern Ireland. European Parliament chief Antonio Tajani could be Italy’s next prime minister.
Merkel Praises Macedonia, EU Struggles to Influence Romania
Germany hopes Macedonia will resolve its name dispute with Greece.
Dutch Hope for Smooth Brexit, Russians Have Little Faith in Trump
The Dutch lobby both sides. Russians suspect Donald Trump will throw them under the bus.
Italian Election Guide
The Italian electoral system, the parties, their leaders and possible coalitions.
New Political Party in Britain, Room for Party in Germany
Anti-Brexiteers start a new political party. In Germany, there is room for a new party on the left.