Trust in the U.S. federal government is at an all time low. Democratic presidential candidates will need to convince voters that they understand their concerns.

Even in case of a hard Brexit, the UK would probably end up having to accept most of the Withdrawal Agreement.

While he did not endear himself to his continental colleagues during his stint as foreign minister, Boris Johnson’s flexibility could turn into an advantage.

Many on the continent may now see an orderly “velvet” Brexit as the least bad among the realistic outcomes.

More than any other, these EU elections are a battleground to determine the future direction of the European project.