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Theresa May: A Perfect Symbol for the UK

Britain and the EU

It isn’t just the UK Prime Minister who is confused about what kind of UK she wants. So is the rest of the country.

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Prepare for the Battle to Save Britain (from Brexit)

The election result is definitive proof that the British people do not want Theresa May’s hard Brexit.

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Theresa May, Xenophobe: The Political Utility of the EU

Britain and the EU

Theresa May has long been obsessed with immigration. On that issue, she has managed to connect with some UK voters.

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Why Theresa May Is No Winner

The British Prime Minister supposedly had a “sure hand” for the June 8 elections. Then, she collapsed.

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Why Did Corbyn Rise So Much?

Corbyn may have his significant liabilities, but at least he is authentic. Not a smooth politician by any means, he is far less wooden than Theresa May.

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Britain: Theresa May’s Vanity Election

The British Prime Minister, an eternal control freak, wanted to have herself a little election. Voters don’t appreciate it.

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Italy: Snap Elections in Late September?

Is Renzi putting his personal electoral interests over those of his country? And will his gamble pay off?

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Merkel and Macron: The New “2 M’s” Power Couple

With a new French President at her side, Merkel feels invigorated again. She even feels a sense of destiny regarding Europe.

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Europe Vs. US: Toward More (Im)Perfect Unions?

Macron’s victory really is a positive signal for the European Union’s future — especially viewed in context against the American union.

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From Trump to Brexit: Bipolar Nature of Modern Politics

Populists movements will continue to win elections because there is something profoundly wrong with modern capitalism.

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