Why Europe’s Votes are not a Rejection of Austerity

A “throw-the-bums-out” sentiment tends to predominate in countries with growing unemployment and shrinking economies. This is why voter volatility and anxiety might produce a change in personnel, but not always a dramatic shift in economic policy.

Holy Cow! Prime Minister’s meat comment angers French Muslim and Jewish leaders

The French Prime Minister Francois has said that in a modern world, halal and kosher dietary laws should be reconsidered. What's the opinion of Parisians who sell and eat halal or kosher meat?