Dutch Mainstream Defeats Populist Geert Wilders
Prime Minister Mark Rutte’s liberal party remains the largest. Geert Wilders underperforms.
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The Global History of the Alt-Right
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Optimist Rutte Asks Dutch to Reject Rival’s Pessimism
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Four Parties Vie for First Place in Dutch Election
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Erdoğan Huffs and Puffs, But Balks at Sanctions Against Dutch
The Turkish leader makes a lot of noise, but has not followed up on his threat of economic sanctions.
Rutte Cautions Against Populist “Experiment” in Netherlands
The liberal prime minister rules out a pact with his Freedom Party rival, Geert Wilders.
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Relations sink to a low after the Dutch bar two Turkish ministers from campaigning in the country.
Geert Wilders Isn’t Really Interested in Governing
The Dutch Freedom Party leader has gone out of his way to avoid the hard work of government.
Netherlands’ Wilders Loses Support to Christian Democrats, Socialists
Dutch Freedom Party voters are defecting to what may look like opposite ends of the political spectrum.
Polls Point to Six Possible Coalitions in Netherlands
Most scenarios involve four or five parties.
Dutch Anti-Wilders Could Face Dilemma After the Election
Jesse Klaver will have to choose between allying with the center-right or remaining in opposition.
Invisible and Unhinged, Wilders Loses Support in Netherlands
Geert Wilders shuns debate with other parties, who accuse him of hiding behind slogans.
Fillon Disqualifies Himself by Smearing Investigators
The French presidential candidate proves himself unworthy by lashing out at investigators.
Left-Wing Pact in Netherlands Hinges on Centrist Ambitions
There could be a left-wing government in the Netherlands if centrist parties are willing to make the necessary compromises.