France's far-right leader is hoping to emulate Donald Trump in turning a criminal conviction to political advantage.
Category: Party matters
Manifest destiny, part 2: Canada
Canada is getting a new prime minister just as its southern neighbor is threatening its independence. So far it's doing wonders for his party's fortunes.
The teals and the heartland (WA edition)
The Western Australian opposition goes down to another heavy defeat, with possible implications for the Liberal Party's fight to reclaim its heartland seats.
France’s Socialists come on board – sort of
France's prime minister survives for the time being, but the future prospects of his balancing act remain uncertain.
Autocrats north and south, revisited
An opportune moment to return to the comparison of Donald Trump and Jair Bolsonaro.
Austria starts the year badly
Coalition talks in Austria break down, opening the way to a far-right prime minister.
The fall of John Pesutto
The Victorian Liberal Party changes leaders yet again, setting itself up for a strategy to target the outer suburbs.
Bayrou gets his chance
France has another new prime minister, one with a long history. Perhaps he will be the one to get the country's finances back into some sort of order.
Barnier goes down
France's government falls on a vote of no confidence, putting the onus back on president Macron to somehow find a path to co-operation with the left.
Moldova & other updates
A big win for the pro-Europeans in Moldova after their close shave a fortnight ago. Also updates from Britain, Austria and Georgia.
The World is Not Enough 