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The Real Story Behind the Far-Right's Rise in Europe

Jun 15, 2024
Guest host Josie Duffy Rice and Max delve into the rise of the German far-right AfD party and the broader far-right movement in Europe. They discuss the party's extreme beliefs, ties to Putin, impact of terrorism, and factors driving bigotry. The narrative explores societal shifts, economic turmoil, and anti-immigration sentiments as key contributors to the rise of far-right ideologies in Europe.
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  • Far-right parties in Europe have not gained widespread power despite their rise in influence.
  • Cultural shifts, economic instability, and fear of immigration have fueled the popularity of far-right ideologies in Europe.

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The Rise of the European Far-Right Parties

Europe has observed a steady rise of far-right parties in its political landscape over the years. Despite concerns about the far-right's influence on democracy, these parties have not gained widespread power across most of Europe. The recent surge of far-right parties in consecutive EU elections has sparked discussions about the driving factors behind this political shift.

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