Western liberals have lessons to learn from Austria's far-right turn
Briefly

The Freedom Party (FPO) in Austria, known for its far-right agenda and controversial roots, is nearing power after winning 29% of the vote in the September elections. Amidst a collapse of centrist coalition efforts, President Alexander Van der Bellen has authorized FPO leader Herbert Kickl to form a government. This shift underscores the disintegration of traditional political promises, particularly as the Austrian People's Party (OVP) backtracks on its commitment to avoid alliances with far-right factions, reflecting broader global trends towards electorates favoring extremist parties.
The rise of the far-right Freedom Party (FPO) in Austria symbolizes a failure of liberal, centrist politics, showcasing a shift towards extremism driven by voter disenchantment.
After a failed attempt to form a coalition without the FPO, the Austrian People's Party opted to negotiate, revealing the desperate shift away from previous promises.
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