The non-rise of European populism continues, with Norway's establishment parties facing off in a close election.
Author: Charles Richardson
The revolution in British politics
Britain's debate on the terms of Brexit seems to be producing a fundamental party realignment, as Labour commits itself to support of the single market. How far can this go?
Europe heads for a Turkish divorce
As Turkish membership of the EU disappears from the agenda, Angela Merkel can at least claim the virtue of consistency. But it remains a major policy failure.
Countries that love their immigrants
Australia scores well on a world survey of attitudes to immigrants, but the implications for political debate are not entirely clear.
Germany, one month out
Germany votes in a month's time, and the polls are giving plenty of encouragement to Angela Merkel.
Kurdistan’s turn
Iraq's Kurds say they're pushing forward with a referendum on independence, but the nature of their strategy remains a little unclear.
Charlottesville
Some further thoughts on the moral catastrophe that is Trumpism.
Who’s afraid of Alfred Deakin?
Judith Brett argues that Malcolm Turnbull should have learned some lessons from Alfred Deakin, but perhaps the problem is that his opponents have already been learning them.
Oh dear, it’s North Korea again
North Korea is staging its regular return to the headlines. Don't panic.
Time to move on in Kenya
Another disputed presidential election shows Kenyan democracy to be somewhat shaky but still functional.
The World is Not Enough 