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Conservative Success in Two Charts

We conservatives often identify ourselves by a set of principles and values: we honor family, faith, country, and tradition. The emphasis varies, with nationalism being

Sven R. Larson July 7, 2022

VOX is Afraid, and so is the Electorate:
Reflections on the Andalusian Election

In Andalusia, VOX was not really working to expand its electorate. It simply reinforced its existing messaging, retained its basic brand, and preserved its core voter base. In this way, it hoped to secure a coalition with the PP and avoid “stealing” too many votes, which might have divided the Right in parliament.

Carlos Perona Calvete July 7, 2022

Rampages and the Pitfalls of Moralism

Three rampages by mentally ill people over the course of 48 hours shocked Germany last month, but the lax treatment of even the clinically psychotic may be symptomatic of a deeper societal crisis.

David Boos July 6, 2022

Will the EU’s attempts to reduce geostrategic dependencies on semiconductor production backfire?

The EU wants to reduce its dependence on imported semiconductors and has announced a new major spending programme: the so-called “Chips Act.”

Pieter Cleppe July 6, 2022

Spain’s Geopolitical Subordinationism:
Reflections on the NATO Summit in Madrid

Strong U.S.-Moroccan relations make it difficult for Spain to gain clear assurances from NATO concerning the security of its north African territories. Insofar as these continue to be treated as a bargaining chip, subject to Morocco’s discretion, Spanish political elites are likely to offer concessions in other areas.

Carlos Perona Calvete July 5, 2022

American Politics That May Affect Europe

While big-drama issues proceeding from the Supreme Court make their way through the news cycle, an even bigger news story is quietly gaining speed. It is about President Biden and his weakening health.

Sven R. Larson July 4, 2022

The Strange Disappearance of the Right-Wing Pundit

If you flick through current affairs programming, you’ll find one misfit after another, pushing the most radical Left thought of the moment.

Mario Laghos July 4, 2022

London and Strasbourg: Destined for Divorce?

Signatories to the Convention must “abide by the final judgement of the court in any case to which they are parties.” Plans for an updated Bill of Rights offer no way around the fact that final rulings from Strasbourg have binding force in UK law.

Harrison Pitt July 3, 2022

First Step: China Starts Dollar Takedown

Introducing the Renminbi Liquidity Arrangement (RLA), which is aimed squarely at supplanting the dollar.

Sven R. Larson July 2, 2022

Boris Johnson Diagnoses Putin with “Toxic Masculinity”

Johnson lifted talking points from the wokesters’ playbook, calling Putin’s invasion of Ukraine “a perfect example of toxic masculinity” and urging the world to install “more women in positions of power.”

Harrison Pitt July 1, 2022

Category: COMMENTARY

Conservative Success in Two Charts

VOX is Afraid, and so is the Electorate:
Reflections on the Andalusian Election

Rampages and the Pitfalls of Moralism

Will the EU’s attempts to reduce geostrategic dependencies on semiconductor production backfire?

Spain’s Geopolitical Subordinationism:
Reflections on the NATO Summit in Madrid

American Politics That May Affect Europe

The Strange Disappearance of the Right-Wing Pundit

London and Strasbourg: Destined for Divorce?

First Step: China Starts Dollar Takedown

Boris Johnson Diagnoses Putin with “Toxic Masculinity”

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