World
The Dawning of a New Germany
With the World Cup in progress, Germany has captured the world’s attention. The tournament will end, but here is why you should keep your eyes glued to this nation.
Wanted: Savior for Europe
Together, the growing presence of Islam and a pervasive spirit of secularism threaten Europe’s cultural, political and religious landscape. Facing these two crises, Europe will once again look to the Vatican for solutions.
From the Editor
A Clash of Civilizations Is Imminent
Care Package From Rome
Europhiles expect the election of Romano Prodi as Italy’s new prime minister to help energize the EU.
Latin America Swings Left
The United States’ southern neighbors are installing unfriendly leftist governments. Should Washington even give it a second thought?
Society
Nation: A Place With Borders
The debate over illegal immigration shows a fundamental misunderstanding of what’s at stake: the nation itself.
Commentary
Don’t Know Much About Samurai
Esteeming ourselves more highly than we ought—and a lesson learned.
