Dutch Pro-Farmer Party Sweeps Elections, Upsetting the Status Quo

Dutch Pro-Farmer Party Sweeps Elections, Upsetting the Status Quo

The surprise victory is widely seen as a protest vote against Prime Minister Mark Rutte’s government and some of his policies, including a goal to slash nitrogen emissions, which many say will imperil farming operations.
French Protesters Rally in Last Angry Push Before Pension Bill Vote

French Protesters Rally in Last Angry Push Before Pension Bill Vote

Many believe the legislation to raise the retirement age to 64 from 62 will pass Parliament, and they are looking beyond the vote to fight on.