Barack Obama defends democracy and liberalism in South Africa. Some conservatives now admit that's a good thing.
Category: Political issues
Mr Putin and his asset
Donald Trump doesn't really look like a blackmail victim, but there's still something unusual going on in his relationship with Vladimir Putin.
Time for honesty on immigration
Opponents of immigration are just that, regardless of whether it's legal or illegal. With Peter Dutton, at least we know where he stands.
Outside the system
Reporting from Svalbard, a place with no border controls.
What now, Tory party?
The Brexit drama enters a new and enthralling phase. Here are some ideas for what might happen next.
Not all libertarians
An anti-Trump libertarian argues for structural reform to give more power to urban Americans.
Germany and the doomsday scenario
The European far right is a powerful ally for Donald Trump, but it is not on the point of taking power.
Gender and the Republicans
Most Republicans don't see any particular need to get more women into government. What could be the thinking behind that?
Libertarians and “libertarians” (Australian version)
Interesting things happen when you ask self-declared libertarians about their political preferences.
Twilight of the Merkel?
Interesting reading on the Trumpist impact on European politics.
The World is Not Enough 