Commentary / World Sep 8, 2020

Boris Johnson takes Brexit in a crazy direction

Trade negotiations are stuck primarily over the question of state-aid rules.

Commentary / World Aug 1, 2020

A COVID-19 vaccine won’t help if people don’t trust it

As the battle to find a solution continues, planning ahead for convincing the public to get on board becomes crucial.

Commentary / World May 20, 2020

Britain doesn't want to come out of lockdown

On the question of whether to prioritize the economy or the well-being of older people, Brits are much more bothered about the latter.

Commentary / World Feb 16, 2020

With Javid's departure, Johnson has seized control

Sajid Javid's replacement, Rishi Sunak, is less likely to stand up to No. 10 and Dominic Cummings. U.K. spending may become more lavish as a result.

Commentary / World Feb 4, 2020

Johnson can't be all things to all Britons

The prime minister wants to be a global hero on free trade, while keeping his new working class voters happy, but EU trade talks may make this impossible.

Commentary / World Jan 12, 2020

Jeremy Corbyn is haunting British politics

Labour leadership candidates are still having to preach the left-wing gospel despite the party's stunning loss in last month's election.

Commentary / World Dec 16, 2019

Boris Johnson is an incredibly lucky politician

Corbyn was a gift but the prime minister's promises to his new blue-collar supporters on Brexit and spending will be difficult to honor.

Commentary / World Oct 8, 2019

Tragic motorcycle accident is a real test for Boris Johnson

Diplomatic immunity is all too often used as a shield in ways that were never intended

Commentary / World Jul 28, 2019

Boris Johnson faces a millennial Brexit wildcard

After seeing off Theresa May, Britain's new prime minister may find there's another female party leader he can't ignore.

Commentary / World Jul 24, 2019

Boris Johnson gets his wish at last

The Conservative Party has said yes, but will the United Kingdom give him a chance?