Truthful reporting in the Balkans is life-threatening.
A Contrarian Call on France
Macron suffered the fate of his predecessors — shortly after taking office, popularity slumps. But the worst may be over now.
Moldova Tries to Break from Moscow’s Grip
Moldova has made a serious effort to reform itself and break free from Moscow’s sphere of influence. But it needs Western support.
Macron at the Barricades
Is it all downhill for President Macron from here on out? The early political fortunes of two other major Western reform politicians – Margaret Thatcher and Bill Clinton – should provide comfort.
Poland Is Europe’s Growth Champion. Can This Continue?
Key elements of the Polish success story resemble that of the German post-war economic story, especially relying on social and economic inclusiveness as a driver of economic success.
German Politics: The SPD’s Turn to Make Noise
A slew of policy proposals by the SPD highlight the risk of an end of Germany’s grand coalition before the next election in 2021.
North Macedonia: Progress in the Age of Nationalism
Why the prime ministers of Greece and Northern Macedonia may be on the road toward receiving the Nobel Prize for Peace.
UK: Saving the Nation from Itself by Royal Veto Power
A monarch with the temperament and selflessness of Queen Anne could save Britain from its own insanity.
A Copernican Revolution in Europe?
How European integration is regressing – and yet stabilizing.
EU-UK: How to Break the Brexit Deadlock
The departure of the UK from the EU would be a blow to the EU’s strategic capabilities. Special action is required to help London over the hump.























