Tag Archives: France

German Diplomacy and French Intransigence

Have German politicians finally learned the art of diplomacy?

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France: Sovereignty as a Blocking Statute

Is French leadership strong only when opposing action? Have German leaders finally learned to be diplomatic?

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Marianne and Brunhilde: Reflections on France and Germany in Europe (Part I)

Are France and Germany so vital to the EU precisely because they disagree on virtually everything?

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No Bailout for Slovenia

Wouldn’t Slovenia be better off making critical business sector reforms on its own to improve its economic potential?

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Attacking Germany Won’t Create French Jobs

Is it wise for the French to display inertia on economic reforms, while hoping for the election of a new German government? The UK’s former Minister for Europe weighs in.

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France’s Cahuzac Affair: Not Just a National Farce

With so many scandals, is it any wonder that people not just in France, but everywhere are losing faith in their elected governments?

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Islamic Tribes: Testimonies of Genocide

Are countless acts of genocide the destiny of the human race?

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Europe’s Phony War: Austerians Vs. Deficitarians

Are European nations really well-advised to follow the alluring policy prescriptions of U.S.-based deficit boosters?

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The United States Vs. China: Investing in the Future Now

How do the Republican promoters of limited government get away with their myopia?

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British Exceptionalism and the European Union

Why does the United Kingdom rely so much on an adversarial and confrontational model of political discussion?

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