Certain to Lose Power, France’s Socialists Argue Among Themselves
Benoît Hamon and the far left accuse social democrats like Manuel Valls of betraying the party.
Western Europe
Macron Wins Support of Former French Prime Minister Valls
Manuel Valls supports his former economy minister instead of the leader of his party.
Victory for Brexit Fundamentalists as May Invokes Article 50
Britain is leaving the EU without much hope of remaining in the single market.
What’s Wrong with Trump’s NATO Bill to Germany
The American president mistakes NATO’s 2-percent spending goal for loyalty.
What to Expect from Right-Green Coalition in Netherlands
Tax cuts, higher defense spending and eco-friendly reforms.
The Forces Shaping the French Election: Populism, Pride and Prejudice
Marine Le Pen’s appeal has deep, historical roots in the country that invented the European state.
Coalition Politics Could Turn Moderate Germans Away from Schulz
If a vote for Martin Schulz is a vote for the far left, Germans may prefer the safety of Angela Merkel.
Dutch Center-Right to Explore Pact with Greens
There are big policy differences between liberals and Greens, but they both won the election.
Brexiteers Keep Lowering Expectations
From no interruption of trade to a “not apocalyptic” change, the United Kingdom has come a long way.
Hamon, Macron Face Putin Apologists in French Debate
Three of the five top contenders for the French presidency make excuses for Vladimir Putin.
Dilemma for Dutch Social Democrats After Historic Defeat
Should Labor attempt to lure back working-class voters or side with the socially progressive middle class?
Election Reveals Educational Divide in Netherlands
Most liberal Democrats and Greens have university degrees. Few Freedom and Socialist Party voters do.
Dutch Health Minister Asked to Lead Coalition Talks
The liberal party’s outgoing health minister will lead the first coalition talks in the Netherlands.
What Happens Next in the Netherlands?
Expect months of talks to form a government. For only the second time, the king will not be involved.
Center-Right Parties Expected to Form Government in Netherlands
Mark Rutte is likely to form a coalition with parties in the center.