Democrats Have Early Advantages. Berlusconi Backs Hard Right
Democrats are well-positioned to win in November. Silvio Berlusconi honors his pact.
Silvio Berlusconi
Italian Parties Draw Battle Lines Ahead of Election
The left rules out the right. The far left rules out the center-left. The Five Stars rule out everybody. How will Italy be governed?
Berlusconi Comeback in Italy Looks Like a Long Shot
Too many things need to work out in the octogenarian’s favor.
Italians Know What a European “Trump” Would Look Like
Silvio Berlusconi was brash, politically incorrect and did lasting damage to Italians’ trust in politics.
In Italy, Berlusconi Comeback Seems Farfetched
The political right is divided. Italians are altogether tired of the former prime minister.
Berlusconi Ban Strengthens Italy’s Ruling Coalition
Without his obstinate predecessor banned from public office, Enrico Letta has a more stable majority.
Berlusconi’s Party Collapses After Government Survives
The former prime minister loses dozens of his allies.
Berlusconi Revamps Old Party as Senate Moves to Eject Him
Italy’s right-wing leader revives his former political party after the Senate robs him of his seat.
Berlusconi Court Ruling Threatens Italian Coalition’s Stability
Conservatives block all parliamentary activity to protest a Supreme Court ruling.
Berlusconi Urges Italy’s Government to Ignore Borrowing Limit
The former prime minister says Italy doesn’t have to honor its budget commitments.
Berlusconi Emerges Stronger from Italian Left’s Turmoil
With the left in turmoil, Italy’s scandal-ridden former premier suddenly looks reliable.
Italy’s Berlusconi Urges Coalition to “Revive Economy”
The two parties that will form Italy’s next government are tired of austerity.
Berlusconi Might Accept Leftist President, Popularity Mounts
The former Italian prime minister waters down his demands while his popularity rises.
Berlusconi Makes Italians Offer They Can’t Refuse
The former premier promises Italians tax relief and surges in the polls.
Italy’s Berlusconi, Separatists Seal Electoral Pact
The former prime minister renews his alliance with the separatist Northern League.