EU's trade commissioner, has a good reason to get something by the end of next year, when his term as commissioner ends.

ECONOMIST: World trade

And as a former member of Congress of 14 years, I urge my former colleagues to address this issue when they get back next Monday, and to work on a long-term, balanced solution to our deficit challenges.

WHITEHOUSE: Press Briefing

This would be a short-term palliative to get the French and Americans past the next election.

WSJ: Review & Outlook: Blame It on Berlin