Geert Wilders, an anti-Islam populist, emerges victorious in Dutch election
OAN’s Abril Elfi
10:27 AM – Thursday, November 23, 2023
Anti-Islam populist Greet Wilders, known as the “Dutch Donald Trump,” has achieved a resounding victory in an election that could potentially propel him to become the next prime minister of the Netherlands.
With nearly all votes counted, Wilders’ Party for Freedom is projected to secure 37 seats in the 150-seat lower house of parliament.
This is more than double the 17 seats they won in the previous election, surpassing even the exit poll predictions from Wednesday night.
“The PVV wants to, from a fantastic position with 35 seats that can totally no longer be ignored by any party, cooperate with other parties,” Wilders stated.
Now that Wilders has decisively won the Dutch election, he holds a strong position to form the country’s next ruling coalition and potentially become the prime minister.
In 2010, Wilders came close to governing when he supported Prime Minister Mark Rutte’s initial coalition. However, due to disagreements over austerity measures, Wilders toppled the minority government after just eighteen months without formally joining it.
Since then, mainstream parties have avoided aligning with him.
Wilders, who has faced death threats, has lived under constant protection for years. He has testified in court and vowed not to be silenced, moving from one safe house to another over the past two decades.
In 2009, the British government denied Wilders entry into the country, citing concerns about community harmony and public safety.
This time, in an effort to appeal to a broader audience, Wilders focused less on ”de-Islamization” and more on addressing practical issues such as housing scarcity, rising living expenses, and access to quality healthcare.
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How has Greet Wilders’ victory in the recent Dutch election changed the political landscape of the Netherlands?
Re. However, his anti-Islam rhetoric and controversial statements still remain a central part of his political platform.
With the resounding victory in the recent election, the Party for Freedom is now in a fantastic position with 37 seats, making it impossible to ignore by any other party. Wilders has expressed his intention to cooperate with other parties to form the ruling coalition. This marks a significant shift in the political landscape of the Netherlands, as mainstream parties have previously avoided aligning with him.
However, it is important to note that Wilders’ rise to power has been marred by controversy and opposition. He has faced death threats and has lived under constant protection for years. This level of security is a clear indication of the polarizing nature of his political views.
In 2009, Wilders was denied entry into the UK due to concerns about community harmony and public safety. This incident highlights the global attention and controversy surrounding his ideologies.
Wilders’ victory in the recent election also raises concerns about the future of the Netherlands and its relationship with the international community. His anti-Islam stance and controversial statements have sparked criticism from various quarters, including human rights organizations.
Despite these concerns, Wilders’ victory cannot be ignored. He now has a strong position to form the ruling coalition and potentially become the prime minister. It remains to be seen how his policies and actions will shape the future of the Netherlands.
In conclusion, Greet Wilders’ victory in the recent Dutch election has propelled him to a potentially influential position in the country’s political landscape. His Party for Freedom has secured a significant number of seats, and Wilders now has the opportunity to form the ruling coalition and potentially become the next prime minister. However, his controversial views and anti-Islam rhetoric have generated polarizing reactions both domestically and internationally. The future implications of his victory remain uncertain, and it’s essential to closely monitor how his policies and actions will unfold in the coming months and years.
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