The Daily Part 3: ‘Italy First’
Jun 12, 2019
Susanna Ceccardi, a rising star in Italy's far-right League party, discusses the dramatic shift of hard-right populism from the fringes to the national government. She shares insights on the campaign trail in Tuscany, highlighting local concerns about migration and identity. The conversation delves into the frustrations driving voters towards far-right leadership and the impact of youth unemployment in the picturesque region. Ceccardi's ambitions tie into broader nationalist sentiments reshaping politics in Europe.
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Ceccardi's Political Rise
- Susanna Ceccardi's parents voted for the League in the 1990s, becoming outliers in their left-leaning Tuscan town.
- Ceccardi later became the town's first far-right mayor in 70 years, fueled by anxieties around migration.
Beyond Migration
- The rise of the far-right in Italy isn't solely about migration, though it's a key issue.
- It reflects a deeper crisis of identity, control, and economic anxiety among young people.
Youth Sentiment
- A 16-year-old girl reacted to news of a migrant boat sinking with a thumbs-up, saying, "Good, that's 100 fewer people coming to Italy."
- Her father expressed fear about the growing anti-migrant sentiment among young people.