Dutch elections will be held today, testing the popularity of the right-wing populist Party for Freedom (PVV) of Geert Wilders. These elections are viewed as a bellwether for upcoming elections in France and Germany. PVV, founded by Wilders, is one of the most anti-Muslim in Europe with Wilders recently referring to Moroccans as “scum.” PVV is expected to be one of the three top vote earners. It has also made a point of campaigning against the establishment of the country, challenging the center-right government of Prime Minister Mark Rutte. Rutte’s government has had a major diplomatic spat with the Turkish government, … Continue reading Dutch elections to test populism in Europe, with far right Geert Wilders