The Globalist

Christine Lagarde’s confirmation as IMF Managing Director further undermines global governance.

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

How does the world’s largest economy perform on the three most important tasks to create a better global economy?

As Russia’s middle class grows, will it demand greater political freedom and fair elections?

Will Angela Merkel and Christine Lagarde find common ground in order to resolve Europe’s — and the world’s — economic crisis?

What will it take to stop 21st century global governance from being a “theater of the absurd”?

What are the arguments for electing a woman as the first President of Europe?