Dutch politics

Geert Wilders left stranded as Dutch coalition talks collapse – POLITICO

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Geert Wilders left stranded as Dutch coalition talks collapse – POLITICO

Omtzigt’s support was key to securing backing for a center-right majority government with four parties, including Wilders’ far-right Party for Freedom (PVV). Wilders’ party, led by the far-right firebrand who was previously considered politically toxic in the Netherlands given his hard-line views on immigration and Islam, landed a stunning victory in last November’s elections. Negotiator … Read more

Dutch election exit polls show major victory for far-right

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Dutch election exit polls show major victory for far-right

Geert Wilders, a far-right, anti-Islam populist, appears to be heading for a major parliamentary election victory in the Netherlands, which would mark one of the biggest election upsets for Dutch politics in decades, according to local news reports. An exit poll published by national broadcaster NOS showed Geert Wilders is expected to reach 35 seats … Read more