Germany’s left-wing socialists — leading election voter polls — are ready for power, former leader says

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One of the big surprises in the run-up to the German federal election later this month has been the sharp increase in support for the Social Democratic Party. The SPD is now a firm contender to lead the next coalition … Read More

Germany Won’t Enlist in Macron’s European Army

GRANSEE, GERMANY – JUNE 19: German Chancellor Angela Merkel and French President Emmanuel Macron address the media during a joint press conference at Schloss Meseberg governmental palace during German-French government consultations on June 19, 2018 near Gransee, Germany. Merkel, Macron … Read More

Nationwide register for anti-Semitic offenses in Germany – commissioner

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Germany’s incoming anti-Semitism commissioner is to establish a central register for anti-Jewish crime. Meanwhile in the Bundestag, MPs condemned anti-Semitism and stressed Germany’s friendship with Israel. Felix Klein, Germany’s first anti-Semitism commissioner told public radio that in order to better … Read More

Want to Understand What Is Wrong With Europe? Look at Italy

Luigi Di Maio, of the Five Star Movement, celebrating victory with his supporters in Pomigliano D’Arco, Italy, on Tuesday. CreditCiro Fusco/European Pressphoto Agency CAMBRIDGE, England — Italy’s election this week has destroyed any remaining hope that the center in European politics … Read More