The Resurgence of Populism and Fascism in Italy: Lessons from the Twentieth Century

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The resurgence of far-right populism in Europe and Latin America continues as Matteo Salvini, leader of the Lega party in Italy, organizes a gathering of right-wing parties in Florence to launch his European campaign . The event, seen as an opportunistic move to boost Salvini's international profile, is significant as it comes ahead of the 2024 European elections and at a time when right-wing parties are gaining momentum in various European countries. However, Salvini's coalition partners, Forza Italia and Fratteli d’Italia, known for their anti-immigration stance, will not be attending the gathering .

The gathering has sparked controversy, with an anti-fascist counter-protest planned in Florence . The participating parties have a history of working together, but they also have their own ...

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