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European Governments Scoring an Own-Goal by Leaving the Energy Charter Treaty

To abandon the CRT is not just a bad thing for traditional energy investments, but also for renewable energy investment. Clearly, for many greens, hatred for the private sector trumps their support for renewables.

Pieter Cleppe November 12, 2022

Why Did Republicans Not Do Better?

We cannot know for certain what the outcome of the election will be; the very fact that there will be recounts only gives more weight to the “what happened?” question.

Sven R. Larson November 9, 2022

Jordan Bardella Elected New President for the Rassemblement National

Jordan Bardella’s campaign relied entirely on the theme of continuity and loyalty with Marine Le Pen. In his inaugural speech, he focused on the traditional themes of the Rassemblement National, emphasising migration and civilisational issues.

Hélène de Lauzun November 8, 2022

The Biden Debacle

Biden has become such a problem for the Democrats that some candidates have quietly asked him not to come and stump for them in their local races. His appearances would lose more voters than they would gain.

Sven R. Larson November 8, 2022

One Reform Can Save the Swedish Economy

To cut the Gordian Knot constraining the Swedish economy, I suggest repealing the long-standing ‘fiscal framework’ that currently dictates how the Swedish Parliament conducts fiscal policy.

Sven R. Larson November 7, 2022

Religious Freedom Violations in Turkey Should Prompt the EU To Reflect on Its Own Commitment to Human Rights

As we consider the future of Turkey’s relationship to the EU, this is perhaps a good moment for Europe to reflect on its own commitment to human rights. Religious minorities need the EU to stand strong in its commitments to democracy, equality, and freedom for everyone.

Georgia du Plessis November 7, 2022

Frozen Bank Accounts: The New Mechanism of Political Coercion

The take-home lesson here is that among the world’s politically functioning countries, there are three dominant regimes, namely authoritarianism, totalitarianism, and progressive liberalism, all of which share family resemblances.

Sebastian Morello November 7, 2022

No Amnesty! An Open Letter to a Totalitarian Apologist

I will tell you right away, professor Oster: there will be no amnesty. Not a chance. And here is why.

Sven R. Larson November 6, 2022

French Government Not to Be Trusted on Immigration

The government would like to achieve “almost 100% enforcement.” But, while the number of illegal immigrants continues to increase, removal measures are less and less applied. Statistically, an illegal immigrant is more likely to be regularised than to be removed.

Hélène de Lauzun November 3, 2022

Strong Republican Momentum in U.S. Midterms

Currently, the Democrats control both legislative chambers, but with very small margins. This is about to change.

Sven R. Larson November 2, 2022

Category: COMMENTARY

European Governments Scoring an Own-Goal by Leaving the Energy Charter Treaty

Why Did Republicans Not Do Better?

Jordan Bardella Elected New President for the Rassemblement National

The Biden Debacle

One Reform Can Save the Swedish Economy

Religious Freedom Violations in Turkey Should Prompt the EU To Reflect on Its Own Commitment to Human Rights

Frozen Bank Accounts: The New Mechanism of Political Coercion

No Amnesty! An Open Letter to a Totalitarian Apologist

French Government Not to Be Trusted on Immigration

Strong Republican Momentum in U.S. Midterms

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