Brexiteers Without a Plan, Republican Big Spenders
Businesses demand clarity on Brexit. Republicans explode the deficit.
Unconvinced Germans and Unconservative Republicans
Republicans in the United States have forgotten the meaning of conservatism.
In Tribal America, Power Trumps Economics
Republicans feel better about the economy now that their party is in power.
Still No Government in Catalonia, Shades of Fascism in America
Catalan separatists struggle to form a government. The “Is Trump a fascist?” debate is back.
Nobody Is Happy in Germany, League Calls for Italian Euro Exit
Angela Merkel is criticized. Matteo Salvini ramps up his anti-euro rhetoric.
Speech Is Action: Why We Should Pay Attention to What Trump Says
Don’t ignore what the president communicates to other countries, to actors within the state and to his citizens.
Germany’s Social Democrats Trade Credibility for Power
Martin Schulz promised not to form another grand coalition. Now he is joining one.
Merkel Pays High Price, Dutch Intervene in Caribbean
Social Democrats will have six ministries in the new German government.
Trump, Tanks and Late Imperialism
A military parade may be just what America needs.
German Parties Finalize Centrist Coalition Agreement
Christian Democrats and Social Democrats finalize a deal that keeps Angela Merkel in power.
Macron Opens Door in Corsica, Rutte Pours Cold War in Sofia
The Frenchman talks Corsican autonomy. The Dutchman is unwilling to let Bulgaria into Schengen.
Six Economic Challenges for Italy’s Next Government
Slow growth, high debt, youth unemployment… Italy’s next government has its work cut out for it.
May Has No Good Options to Heal Party Rift on Brexit
Every time the prime minister leans too far to one side, the other rebels.
Party of Conspiracy Theorists
Republicans have allowed their party to be taken over by liars and extremists.
Conservatives Undermine Their Best Argument Against Labour
By calling Brexit projections into doubt, the Conservatives give their opponents a get-out-of-jail-free card.