New Zealand's National Party government appears to have been returned, but it will have to deal with the populists to be sure of a majority.
Election preview: Germany
Germans look set to vote their chancellor a fourth term, but the shape of her next government remains unclear.
Election preview: New Zealand
Tomorrow's New Zealand election is too close to call, but the centre-right government looks to have its nose in front.
A Weimar reflection
Some thoughts on the problem of political extremism, from the birthplace of German republicanism.
Understanding tribalism
Recommending a survey article on tribalism in American politics.
New Zealand a week out
New Zealand votes on the same weekend as Germany, with some interesting similarities and contrasts.
Left falls short in Norway
Norway's government is returned, partly due to the electoral system. Next stop, New Zealand and Germany.
Election preview: Norway
The non-rise of European populism continues, with Norway's establishment parties facing off in a close election.
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.
The World is Not Enough 