Wilders’ election ‘success’With all votes counted, Wilders’ party for Freedom exceeded expectations, winning 37 seats in the 150-seat lower house of parliament. He reckons Geert Wilders’ PVV might not be able to form a coalition. (“Geert Wilders’ win shows the far right is being normalised. (“Geert Wilders steelt show tijdens SBS-debat en grapt over gewicht Timmermans”, www.youtube.com)ConclusionIn conclusion, Geert Wilders’ electoral triumph reflects a complex interplay of factors, including concerns over migration, strategic voting, and societal anxieties. The coming weeks will provide clarity on the direction the Netherlands may take under the potential leadership of Geert Wilders.

Source: The Guardian December 06, 2023 14:58 UTC