Paolo Pontoniere

Co-Opting Christ — Trump, Pope Leo and the Trans-Atlantic Schism

For the Pope, and increasingly for much of Europe, tensions over the Iran war are not simply a matter of policy difference, but a moral and theological crisis.Ā 

On Trump and Iran, Europeans Are All for One, Each to Their Own

European countries are charting a course amid the war in Iran that combines institutional multilateralism with realist bilateralism.

Barrels and Battle Lines: Washington’s Risky Theatrical Reversal in Europe

In the opera houses of Italy, the drama often lies in sudden reversals, an apt analogy for Europe’s reaction to Washington’s latest energy decision.

How Does Europe See the New ā€˜Donroe’ Doctrine? Ask Italy

Italy is seeking to strike a balance with DC even as many in Europe see the newly articulated 'Donroe' Doctrine as an existential threat to the alliance.

Latino Voters Grow Independent as Both Parties Struggle to Win Trust

Latinos who backed Trump in 2024 aren't turning back to Democrats so much as pulling away from both parties.
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The Latino Vote: Profiling America’s Changing Electorate – 2026 Midterms

Latino voters are emerging as a key swing bloc ahead of the 2026 midterms, reshaping America’s electorate as economic concerns, immigration enforcement, and political uncertainty drive shifting allegiances nationwide.

Saving ‘Sinbad’s Voyage’

Muralist Mokhtar Paki describes his work Sinbad Voyage as a "love letter" to Berkeley and an homage to immigrants. The mural was defaced late last month.

New Work Requirements Put Food Aid at Risk for Thousands in Riverside County

A year after passage of the GOP's One Big Beautiful Bill Act organizers in Riverside, Calif. say demand for food aid has risen sharply.