The Rise of Giorgia Meloni: From Shadows to Spotlight

This chapter examines Giorgia Meloni's political journey from her teenage roots in far-right politics to her ascent as a leading figure in Italy, shaped by familial influences and socio-political challenges. It also explores the broader implications of neo-fascism and the impact of corruption on Italy's political landscape, contrasting Meloni's early admiration for Mussolini with a new right ideology.