Iran's presidential election has been an acrimonious contest between the moderate incumbent and his conservative challenger. But no Iranian president really runs things.
Macron and the debate on neoliberalism
Debate continues on what it means to be a "neoliberal", but more people seem willing to accept that it's not always a bad thing.
May election roundup
An occasional feature. This week, France, Germany, Canada, the Bahamas and Austria.
Today in Eurosceptic hypocrisy
A report on "nanny state" policies in Europe doesn't send quite the message you might expect.
South Korea turns left
South Korea turns its back on ten years of conservative leadership, and a peacemaker takes over just when he's needed.
Macron takes the prize
A big victory overnight for the luckiest man in Europe. But the hard work is only just beginning.
Choosing democracy – or not
The French left faces its moment of truth on whether to make a broad front against Marine Le Pen. The arguments for doing so seem overwhelming.
Macron will win, but can he govern?
France's politicians are looking ahead to the aftermath of Sunday's runoff election, and trying to work out how the new president will put together a parliamentary majority.
It’s not all bad news on European fascism
Germany's far-right party deals itself out of political relevance, at least for the time being. Europe's leaders have some breathing space, if they know what to do with it.
The republic and the Republicans (French version)
The leaders of France's main centre-right party have almost all endorsed Emmanuel Macron for his second round battle against Marine Le Pen. Their voters, however, are not so sure.
The World is Not Enough 