Spanish Socialists Crushed at Regional Polls
Prime Minister Zapatero’s ruling party is unpopular because it implemented austerity measures while unemployment remains high.
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Spanish Debt Rating Downgraded
Confidence in the government’s ability to improve its finances is deteriorating.
Conservatives Win in Spain’s Richest State
The outcome underscores the unpopularity of Spain’s socialist prime minister.
Specter of Spain’s Demise Worries Europe
The solvability of Europe’s fourth economy threatens the entire eurozone.
Ireland Renews Fears of European Debt Crisis
As different countries in the eurozone struggle, pressure on Ireland to accept a bailout is mounting.
Unions March Against Austerity in Europe
With conservatives in power in most of Europe, the left is rallying to protest spending cuts and pension reform.
Spain Suffering from Zapatero’s Mistakes
Even as Prime Minister Zapatero announces budget cuts and reform, Spain’s hopes for a quick recovery aren’t looking up.
Spain Remains Mired in Recession
Despite high unemployment, Spain’s government is delaying labor reforms.
Long Road Ahead for Spain
Spain is the last major economy of Europe still mired in recession as its government remained committed to socialist doctrine throughout 2009. Massive deficit spending has only worsened the country’s predicament however, forcing Prime Minister José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero to finally start reining in Spain’s mounting debt. Last month, Professor Niall Ferguson of Harvard University […]
Bubbles, Deficits and European Arrogance
Excessive government spending, nor European integration, is responsible for Greece’s debt crisis.
Spanish Socialism is Holding Europe Back
The Spanish government refuses to make much-needed reforms.