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www.thelocal.fr
2 days ago
France politics

OPINION: The French far-right's 'empty vessel' Bardella is set to win big in Europe

Strong support for Jordan Bardella in France due to accumulated anger towards Macron, his ability to appeal to a wide audience by being both relatable and different from the political elite [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 month ago
France politics

The Guardian view on Aya Nakamura: gifted, black and French | Editorial

Olympic opening ceremonies convey national narratives
Far-right politicians target Aya Nakamura at Paris Games [ more ]
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Irish Independent
1 week ago
Europe politics

Saoirse McHugh to return to politics as an Independent candidate in European elections

Ms McHugh, an Independent candidate, is concerned about the rise of the far right in politics, emphasizes the importance of grassroots engagement beyond social media, and prioritizes addressing climate change and the housing crisis in her campaign themes. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago
Europe politics

The pro-Putin far right is on the march across Europe and it could spell tragedy for Ukraine | Armida van Rij

Peter Pellegrini's victory in Slovakia reflects the rise of far-right politicians in Europe.
Far-right parties in various European countries are gaining electoral support and potentially increasing their power. [ more ]
Washington Post
3 weeks ago
Europe politics

European Parliament approves migration deal after years of deadlock

European Parliament voted in favor of migration deal to overhaul EU's approach
The migration and asylum pact is a major breakthrough after three years of negotiation. [ more ]
www.dw.com
1 month ago
Europe politics

What next for Portugal after far right gains ground? DW 03/12/2024

The opposition center-right Democratic Alliance leads, but lacks a governing majority.
The far-right Chega party's significant gains in seats may impact future government formation. [ more ]
www.dw.com
1 month ago
Europe politics

Portugal: Center-right AD tops polls as far right surges DW 03/12/2024

Opposition Democratic Alliance leads but falls short of governing majority
Far-right Chega party's rise shakes up political landscape [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
5 months ago
Europe politics

Why Wilders won: Election boosts Dutch far right, but what happens next?

Geert Wilders and his Party for Freedom won a historic election in the Netherlands, becoming the largest single bloc in the legislature.
Wilders's anti-immigration and anti-EU rhetoric resonated with voters, fueled by poverty and fear of competition from migration.
Wilders's victory marks a turning point for the far-right party and signals a shift in Dutch public opinion. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 week ago
Germany news

Like Germany's president, I love a good kebab. Cosying up to autocrats like Erdogan, less so | Fatma Aydemir

The popularity of kebabs in Germany is not a hindrance to white supremacy, as seen by the consumption by Nazis and the AfD's political support. [ more ]
www.dw.com
1 week ago
Germany news

Pessimistic young Germans turning to far-right, says study DW 04/23/2024

German youth increasingly dissatisfied and leaning towards far-right parties like AfD due to fears about prosperity. [ more ]
www.dw.com
1 week ago
Germany news

Why German media's relationship with far right is difficult DW 04/22/2024

Debates involving far-right politicians on German TV pose a challenge for traditional media. [ more ]
www.dw.com
1 week ago
Germany news

The far right and the German media: A difficult relationship DW 04/22/2024

Debating far-right politicians poses a challenge for traditional media in Germany. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
1 week ago
Germany news

A well-known figure in a German far-right party tells his trial he is completely innocent

Bjorn Hocke from AfD claims innocence in trial over Nazi slogan usage. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago
Germany news

German far-right leader in court charged with using Nazi slogan

Bjorn Hocke from AfD is on trial for using a Nazi slogan, claiming ignorance. Protests ensued with accusations labeling him as a Nazi. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago
Germany news

Prominent figure in German far-right party going on trial over alleged use of Nazi slogan

Bjorn Hocke, a leader in the far-right AfD party, is on trial for using Nazi slogans, impacting his political aspirations. [ more ]
www.dw.com
2 months ago
Germany news

Berlinale: U-turn on AfD politicians' invitation causes stir DW 02/15/2024

Controversy surrounds the Berlin International Film Festival due to the invite and subsequent disinvite of politicians from Germany's far-right party Alternative for Germany (AfD).
The festival's management withdrew invitations to five AfD politicians citing the party's explicitly antidemocratic positions. [ more ]
www.france24.com
3 months ago
Germany news

Tens of thousands gather in Berlin to protest far-right AfD party

Around 150,000 people protested against the far-right AfD party in Berlin.
Protests also took place in other cities, showing growing alarm at public support for AfD. [ more ]
www.thelocal.de
1 week ago
Germany news

Aide to German far-right MEP arrested on suspicion of spying for China

A German national, working as an aide to a far-right MEP, was accused of spying for a Chinese intelligence service, raising concerns over Chinese espionage in Europe. [ more ]
www.dw.com
1 week ago
Germany news

German far-right AfD staffer arrested on China spy charges DW 04/23/2024

An AfD employee was arrested for espionage, suspected of passing information to China's Ministry of State Security. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago
Germany news

German Far-Right Leader Goes on Trial for Nazi Slogans

Germany has strict laws against using Nazi symbols and slogans, as demonstrated by far-right leader facing trial. [ more ]
Slate Magazine
2 weeks ago
Europe news

Has Russian Propaganda "Infected" Republicans? The Truth Is More Sinister.

Far-right Republicans accused of echoing Russian propaganda against Ukraine. [ more ]
www.dw.com
1 month ago
Marketing

Germany's AfD on TikTok: The political battle for the youth DW 03/30/2024

Maximilian Krah, a far-right German politician, uses TikTok successfully by delivering short provocative messages aimed at younger audiences.
TikTok's actions to restrict his channel due to guideline violations highlight the platform's role in regulating political content. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 month ago
EU data protection

Geert Wilders won't be Dutch PM, but he can still harm Europe. Here's how to stop him | Ties Dams

Wilders unexpectedly unable to become PM despite winning Dutch elections last year.
Wilders as the leader of the biggest party in parliament can still influence the government's agenda and choice of next PM. [ more ]
LGBTQ Nation
1 month ago
LGBT

GOP senator says "satanic" liberals "ruined" sex education to turn kids transgender

Tommy Tuberville labels liberalism as a 'satanic cult' responsible for transgender youth.
Anti-LGBTQ+ sentiments expressed by Tuberville and Pence at far-right events. [ more ]
www.dw.com
2 months ago
Germany news

Berlinale: U-turn on AfD politicians' invitation causes stir DW 02/15/2024

Controversy erupts before Berlin International Film Festival over disinviting far-right politicians from opening gala
Germany has seen protests against the rise of the far right and its potential threat to the country's democratic constitution. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
3 months ago
France politics

Barricaded Highways and a Deadly Incident as French Farmers Rise Up

Protesting French farmers set up barricades and a car plowed into one, killing one woman and injuring her husband and daughter.
Rural discontent and a sense of marginalization among farmers has contributed to a surge in support for far-right and nationalist movements in France and other Western European countries. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 months ago
Film

Do I want to watch arthouse films with fascists? No thanks, Berlin | Fatma Aydemir

The Berlin International Film Festival faced backlash for inviting far-right politicians to its opening gala.
The festival eventually revoked the invitation after public outcry. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 months ago
Berlin

Berlin international film festival disinvites AfD politicians from gala

The Berlin International Film Festival (Berlinale) has uninvited five far-right politicians from the opening gala, citing the party's alleged mass deportation plans.
The decision to uninvite the politicians comes after recent revelations about the AfD's anti-democratic positions and individual politicians.
The inclusion of the AfD in the festival's invitation quotas has sparked debate about its potential threat to Germany's democratic constitution. [ more ]
Advocate.com
4 months ago
Books

This California Surf City Is Moving More and More to the Right With Books Bans and Other Policies

Huntington Beach, California, known for its surfing, is gaining notoriety for its far-right politics.
Conservative city officials have taken steps to promote right-wing activism, including removing LGBTQ+ books from the public library. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
4 months ago
Environment

Dutch plans to tackle climate change are in doubt after the election victory of a far-right party

Outgoing Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte is committed to accelerating efforts to tackle climate change, but it depends on talks to form a new ruling coalition.
Far-right lawmaker Geert Wilders, a potential successor to Rutte, wants to scrap the country's climate policies. [ more ]
POLITICO
5 months ago
Europe politics

Euroskeptics applaud shock Wilders win in Dutch election

Far-right politicians in Europe are congratulating Geert Wilders on his victory in the Dutch parliamentary elections.
Wilders' far-right Freedom Party (PVV) secured the most seats in the election, causing concern in Brussels.
Marine Le Pen and other far-right leaders praised Wilders and his movement as allies. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
5 months ago
US politics

The California county where far-right officials tried to upend voting

Shasta county in California attracted national attention due to its far-right politics and controversial election practices.
The county attempted to use a hand-count system for the special election, despite state legislation prohibiting manual tallies.
The tensions and confusion surrounding the election raised concerns about political unrest. [ more ]
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