Sánchez Finds New Excuse to Avoid Catalan Talks
“I didn’t break up with them. They broke up with me.”
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Spain’s People’s Party Hasn’t Turned the Page Yet
Alberto Núñez Feijóo promised moderation. Moderates are still waiting.
Sánchez Takes Risk by Snubbing Catalans
Without their support, the prime minister would not have a majority in Congress.
What Conservative Spain Has in Common with Putin
Both are insecure.
Sánchez Can No Longer Ignore Catalonia
A spying scandal shatters what little hope Catalan nationalists had of negotiating with Madrid.
Catalan Support for Independence Down, Autonomy Up
The shift in public opinion suggests a way out of the decade-long dispute with Spain.
Spain’s Casado Flirted with the Far Right and Lost
Pablo Casado’s lurch to the right scared away moderates and failed to impress hardliners.
Catalans Bear Brunt of Spanish Judicial Activism
Spanish judges waste no opportunity to frustrate Catalan ambitions.
“Repeal” of Spanish Labor Reforms Is Limited
Trade unions and the socialist government meet employers halfway.
Spain Tries to Attract More Expats
Taxes are cut, but there’s not much the national government can do about overbearing bureaucracy.
Catalan Budget Crisis Is Tied to Independence
Reasonable independence parties need the support of separatist hardliners.
Repeal of Spanish Labor Reforms Is Unwise
Liberalizations cut unemployment and encouraged business creation.
Spain Tries to Solve Yesterday’s Housing Crisis
Prices are already down due to the pandemic.
Europe’s High Energy Prices, Explained
The continent faces a perfect storm involving accidents, depleted reserves and decreased Russian supply.
Catalan-Spanish Talks Accomplish Little
The best news is that talks are happening at all.