The Rise of Far-right Politics in Europe: Examples from Italy, Hungary and France

Abstract

Over the years, far-right politics has plateaued in terms of support in different parts of the world. The increasing acceptance of right-wing political agendas, such as in the US, Brazil, and New Zealand, has opened a conduit for the growth of far-right politics, especially in the European scene. The transformation of these politics to fighting an unfair system has gained resonance among the electorate, thus increasing its popularity. This essay studied the rise of far-right politics in Europe, exploring the recent wins of far-right parties in Italy, the case of Hungary’s decade-long right-wing political agenda and France’s recent election. The study relied on news articles, online data, and relevant literature to explain the topic. The findings suggested that economic inequity, the decline of democracy, immigration, multiculturalism, and opposition to the European Union were the primary factors leading to the rise of far-right politics in Europe. It was also evident that a far-right future would lead to the disintegration of liberal democracy, isolation due to nationalist policies, and cultural intolerance. Based on the findings, it was concluded that economic inequity was the driving factor, and far-right political parties were gaining momentum by proposing radical solutions to address this problem.