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.

ā€˜They Age and Shrink and Die’ — Immigration Crackdowns Threaten Growth in Rural America

In rural America, communities that leaned on immigrants to revive their workforce and economies are watching that lifeline disappear.
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Protecting California Communities from Invasive Fruit Flies: Why It Takes Collective Action by Everyone

Aug 18 | California experts explain the growing threat of invasive fruit flies, ongoing quarantines and eradication efforts, and simple steps residents can take to protect farms, gardens, and the state’s agriculture industry.

One Year After LA ICE Raids, Latino Businesses Still Struggling

A UCLA Latino Policy and Politics Institute report finds that immigration raids in Los Angeles last year cost businesses millions in lost revenue.

Automated Translation Errors in California Courts Raise Concerns Over Korean Americans’ Access to Justice

35 legal and community groups are calling for a halt to AI generated court translations without qualified human review.