Italy voted last Sunday in a way that should deeply frighten all those who still feel a touch of responsibility for Europe in them. But nothing of the sort can be observed in German politics or the public. One merely sees one’s own prejudices confirmed and reflexively admonishes Italian politics to finally turn to the path of virtue that Germany has long been charting. The fact that this election in Italy was preceded by a long process of disappointment and frustration about the behaviour of the most important European neighbours is simply ignored.
EU politics
euronews: German architecture prize rescinded over artist signing Israel boycott letter
The Schelling Architecture Foundation has refused to award the winner of its top prize because they signed a letter pledging to boycott Israeli institutions. Read HERE
Geopolitics
Middle East Eye: Israeli government votes to shut down Al Jazeera
Closure to go into effect immediately, with the network’s offices shuttered and broadcast equipment confiscated Read HERE
EU politics
David Broder – Emmanuel Macron Is Refusing to Allow the Left to Govern
‘Emmanuel Macron has ruled out appointing a government led by the biggest force in parliament, the left-wing New Popular Front. His refusal confirms a case long made by the Left: it’s time to get rid […]
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