A four-day election has shaken the European Union's parliament to its foundations. Hard right parties rocked ruling parties in France and Germany, sending shockwaves through the political establishment. This surge in far-right support has raised concerns about the future of European democracy and the values that underpin the EU.
Despite a common nationalist base, Europe's various far-right groups are now investing their energies into Europe and the European Union, rather than focusing solely on national politics. This shift in strategy has enabled these parties to gain traction and influence on the European stage, posing a significant threat to the established order.
Ahead of the European election, striking data shows where Gen Z and millennials' allegiances lie. Many young voters are drawn to far-right parties due to their anti-establishment rhetoric and promises of change. This generational shift in political attitudes has the potential to reshape the European political landscape in the coming years.
Researchers find a relationship between population declines in rural areas and support for populist radical right parties in 28 EU countries. Economic disenfranchisement and social isolation have fueled the rise of far-right movements in these regions, where traditional political parties have failed to address the needs of their constituents.
Marc Lamont Hill discusses the rise of far-right parties in Europe and the upcoming EU elections. He highlights the dangers of xenophobia, nationalism, and authoritarianism that these parties represent, and calls for a united front against their divisive agenda.
Despite embracing democracy, radical-right parties pose a significant challenge to the EU's fundamental values. Their anti-immigration stance, anti-EU rhetoric, and nationalist agenda threaten to undermine the principles of unity and cooperation that have defined the European project for decades.
'HOW BIG WILL THE FAR-RIGHT GET' — When voters across Europe head to the polls early next month for European Parliament elections, the world will be watching. The outcome of these elections will determine the future direction of the EU and the extent to which far-right parties can influence European politics.
Anti-immigration parties with fascist roots — and an uncertain commitment to democracy — are now mainstream. The normalization of far-right ideology in mainstream politics poses a dangerous threat to the democratic institutions and values that underpin European society.
A BBC investigation uncovers links between opposition AfD party figures and extremist networks. The rise of far-right parties in Europe has emboldened extremist groups and individuals, who see an opportunity to promote their hateful ideology under the guise of political activism.
