Explainer 437: Is Austria ‘Back to the Future’?

In this engaging discussion, expert Andrew Mueller delves into the controversial rise of Austria's Freedom Party (FPÖ), historically linked to Nazi ideology. He articulates how the party's recent electoral success reflects broader trends in European far-right movements. Mueller highlights Austria's complex political landscape and the implications of FPÖ's ascent for European democracy. With a gripping analysis of the past, he sheds light on the challenges faced by modern governance and the lessons that history can teach us.