In Portugal’s elections, Left parties garnered more than 50 percent of the vote and austerity took a major hit.
Portugal: Europe’s Left Batting 1.000
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Europe & Central Asia
Seizure of Kunduz Another Sign of Taliban’s Inevitability
If the Taliban were allowed to assume command of the Afghan ship of state, it might ameliorate its harsh ways.
Kunduz Begs Question of Why U.S. Is in Afghanistan
What purpose is served by continued U.S. military involvement in Afghanistan?
Abortion Rights Are Under Attack All Over the Globe
Even women who live in countries where abortion is legal often face obstacles to obtaining safe abortions — thanks, in part, to the United States.
The Middle East’s New Nakba
The chain of events set into motion by the U.S. invasions of Afghanistan and Iraq is reaching its logical conclusion — the disintegration of multi-ethnic states and a great expulsion of innocents.
Romania’s Missed Opportunity
By failing to implement economic reforms, Romania lagged behind the rest of East-Central Europe.
Germany Shames U.S. With Its Policies Toward Refugees, China, and Russia
Despite risks to domestic politics and local administration, Germany is opening its gates to vast numbers of refugees.
Why Doesn’t the Foreign Policy Establishment Take World Peace Seriously?
When it comes to what should be a fundamental goal of foreign policy — world peace — the elites aren’t even trying.
Has the U.S. Worn Out Its Welcome Mat?
A century ago, this country opened its arms to refugees like my great grandmother. Now our nation of immigrants has become about as welcoming as a desert cactus.
On Eve of UN Climate Change Conference, Promising News About Global Warming
Were it not for Republicans, developments to mitigate global warming would be cause for celebration.