Germany is not the only country that one could call post-heroic. But there is an additional aspect for Germany when it comes to this generally Wester…

- Heinrich August Winkler

Germans argue with the Americans about many things, from the death penalty to the relationship between security and freedom. We have to be honest abo…

- Heinrich August Winkler

In many regards, the West is dependent on Russia as a partner. Showing consideration for Russian sensitivities when it comes to old, historical bonds…

- Heinrich August Winkler

Vladimir Putin is doubtlessly trying to drive a wedge into the Western alliance. When it comes to the Russian minorities in the Baltics, Putin will s…

- Heinrich August Winkler

During the Cold War, the West was extremely careful not to allow the gap between the rich and poor to widen too far, first and foremost to counter co…

- Heinrich August Winkler

In recent years, the largest parties have shied away from making clear statements about where they stand. That was a huge mistake. I very much welcom…

- Heinrich August Winkler

When the newly formed middle class in China begins to perceive its interests and discovers the value of the rule of law, the existing power structure…

- Heinrich August Winkler

German leftists have still not understood the degree to which Russian President Vladimir Putting has drifted to the right domestically. Now, insightf…

- Heinrich August Winkler

In Ukraine, there has never been a consensus behind NATO membership. Even Yulia Tymoshenko was noncommittal when she was still prime minister. Georgi…

- Heinrich August Winkler