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Stopping the Advance of the Right-Wing Populists - PASCAL PAVANI/ AFP

Stopping the Advance of the Right-Wing Populists - PASCAL PAVANI/ AFP

Resisting the Siren Song Stopping the Advance of the Right-Wing Populists

The recent election in the Netherlands has sparked hope that the march of the right-wing populists has been halted. But it's important that populism be answered with democratic confidence rather than misguided imitation. Von Ullrich Fichtner

Dutch Election Slows Europe's Populists - Daniel Reinhardt/ dpa

Dutch Election Slows Europe's Populists - Daniel Reinhardt/ dpa

A Triumph of Reason Dutch Election Slows Europe's Populists

Prime Minister Mark Rutte has decisively won the Dutch national election, with right-wing populist Geert Wilders trailing far behind. The incumbent leader played the country's tensions with Turkey to his own advantage -- his victory is good news for Europe. Von Claus Hecking

Fallow Ground A City of Workers Turns to Wilders

The city of Almere, once crafted as a Dutch utopia on land reclaimed from the sea, used to be a center-left stronghold. Now, though, as voters in the Netherlands go to the polls on Wednesday, the town's support is behind right-wing populist Geert Wilders. What changed? Von Alexander Smoltczyk

Geert Wilders Rides Populism Wave - Peter Dejong/ AP

Geert Wilders Rides Populism Wave - Peter Dejong/ AP

The Dutch Donald Geert Wilders Rides Populism Wave

With Dutch parliamentary elections approaching in mid-March, right-wing populist Geert Wilders is hopeful he can emerge on top. Already, he has managed to push other parties further to the right. Von Claus Hecking

Dutch Populist's Brother Speaks Out - Mike Roelofs / DER SPIEGEL

Dutch Populist's Brother Speaks Out - Mike Roelofs / DER SPIEGEL

'Geert Peddles Illusions' Dutch Populist's Brother Speaks Out

Geert Wilders routinely incites against Muslims and immigrants to court voters. In an interview, Paul Wilders explains how his brother became an Islamophobe and how he lives -- in hiding, with security and under constant fear of death threats. Von Claus Hecking

Geert Wilders Follows the Trump Twitter Trail - Sander Koning/ dpa

Geert Wilders Follows the Trump Twitter Trail - Sander Koning/ dpa

Cut From the Same Cloth Geert Wilders Follows the Trump Twitter Trail

Right-wing populist Geert Wilders is currently leading in the polls ahead of elections in the Netherlands -- despite a campaign that has been conducted largely from his mobile phone. Like Donald Trump, the main weapon in his arsenal is Twitter. Von Claus Hecking

Trump Election Boosts European Populists - Valerie Kuypers/ dpa

Trump Election Boosts European Populists - Valerie Kuypers/ dpa

Emboldened by Success Trump Election Boosts European Populists

Donald Trump's election has bolstered both right-wing and left-wing populist parties in Europe. Despite ideological differences, they share a rejection of the establishment and the liberal order. Are they about to change the world? By SPIEGEL Staff

Why Dutch Populists Want to Leave the EU - LASZLO BALOGH/ REUTERS

Why Dutch Populists Want to Leave the EU - LASZLO BALOGH/ REUTERS

Interview with Geert Wilders Why Dutch Populists Want to Leave the EU

Could Brexit lead other countries to seek to leave the European Union? SPIEGEL spoke with far-right Dutch populist Geert Wilders about how he wants to use a "Nexit" to prevent the "Islamization" of the Netherlands. Von Susanne Koelbl

Right-Wing Populists Forge EU Alliance - UNITED PHOTOS/ Reuters

Right-Wing Populists Forge EU Alliance - UNITED PHOTOS/ Reuters

Euroskeptic Union Right-Wing Populists Forge EU Alliance

Right-wing populists are trying to create a powerful faction in the European Parliament. Leading the efforts are Geert Wilders from the Netherlands and Marine le Pen of France -- and their initiative has big implications for Europe. Von Christina Hebel und Gregor Peter Schmitz

Dutch Voters Choose Pro-European Parties - YVES HERMAN/ REUTERS

Dutch Voters Choose Pro-European Parties - YVES HERMAN/ REUTERS

Election in the Netherlands Dutch Voters Choose Pro-European Parties

The incumbent conservative-liberal VVD party has won the Dutch election, with the center-left Labor Party coming in second. The result is a show of support for the current government's euro-crisis policies and a rejection of euroskeptic parties, with right-wing populist Geert Wilders suffering a major defeat.

Dutch Vote Hinges On Euro Crisis - Robin Utrecht/ dpa

Dutch Vote Hinges On Euro Crisis - Robin Utrecht/ dpa

Hard Times Hit Rich Holland Dutch Vote Hinges On Euro Crisis

As the euro crisis comes to a head, German Chancellor Angela Merkel could lose an important partner in her fight for a stable currency. Even if incumbent Prime Minister Mark Rutte wins Wednesday's election in the Netherlands, he will have to make concessions in what are likely to be difficult coalition talks. Von Jörg Diehl

Socialists Ride Wave of Anti-EU Sentiment - Phil Nijhuis/ dpa

Socialists Ride Wave of Anti-EU Sentiment - Phil Nijhuis/ dpa

Dutch Discontent Socialists Ride Wave of Anti-EU Sentiment

The economy is in trouble and unemployment is rising -- in the Netherlands as in much of the rest of Europe. Ahead of upcoming elections, the Socialists are riding a wave of euro-skepticism and may emerge as the strongest political force in the country. Von Christoph Pauly

Failed Asylum Seekers Vie For Farewell Cash - Desmet/ Paul Weijenberg

Failed Asylum Seekers Vie For Farewell Cash - Desmet/ Paul Weijenberg

Dutch Quiz Show Failed Asylum Seekers Vie For Farewell Cash

Failed asylum seekers in the Netherlands will answer questions about Dutch topics Thursday night in hopes of winning money to resettle after deportation. Critics have panned the TV show concept, but its creators say they are drawing attention to a serious issue that displaces well-integrated youths. Von Kristen Allen

Right-Wing Populists Stoke Anti-Southern Rage - Hans Klaus Techt/ picture alliance / dpa

Right-Wing Populists Stoke Anti-Southern Rage - Hans Klaus Techt/ picture alliance / dpa

Blaming the Periphery Right-Wing Populists Stoke Anti-Southern Rage

Right-wing populists in the Netherlands, Austria and Finland are stoking anger against people in debt-laden southern European countries. Experts say they are taking advantage of the debt crisis to gain popularity. Von Alexander Jung und Bernhard Zand

European Right Under Pressure in Wake of Attacks - dapd

European Right Under Pressure in Wake of Attacks - dapd

An Atmosphere of Suspicion European Right Under Pressure in Wake of Attacks

Europe's right-wing populists are not used to being on the defensive. But the perpetrator of last Friday's horrific attacks in Norway was steeped in their anti-immigration, Muslim-skeptical ideology. They now find themselves in an uncomfortable position. Von Charles Hawley

Danish Border Controls Shake EU Foundations - SRDJAN ZIVULOVIC/ REUTERS

Danish Border Controls Shake EU Foundations - SRDJAN ZIVULOVIC/ REUTERS

The Saboteurs Among Us Danish Border Controls Shake EU Foundations

With the reintroduction of border controls, the Danes are calling into question one of the EU's greatest achievements. Unfortunately, there has been little protest in Brussels and other European capitals. There is growing fatigue regarding European integration -- and that is a bitterly disappointing trend. Von Christoph Schult

Wilders Acquittal a 'Slap in the Face for Muslims' - UNITED PHOTOS/ REUTERS

Wilders Acquittal a 'Slap in the Face for Muslims' - UNITED PHOTOS/ REUTERS

The World from Berlin Wilders Acquittal a 'Slap in the Face for Muslims'

Controversial Dutch politician Geert Wilders was acquitted of inciting hatred against Muslims by a court in Amsterdam on Thursday. But the right-wing populist's statements and the verdict have reignited the debate over free speech.

Wilders Cleared of Incitement Charges - AFP/ ANP

Wilders Cleared of Incitement Charges - AFP/ ANP

The Right to Criticize Islam Wilders Cleared of Incitement Charges

A Dutch court on Thursday acquitted controversial right-wing populist politician Geert Wilders on all charges relating to anti-Islamic statements he made in his films and on the Internet. The court said Wilders' comments had been part of a legitimate public debate.

Dutch Police to Be Guinea Pigs on Unique New Beat - Karel Navarro/ AP

Dutch Police to Be Guinea Pigs on Unique New Beat - Karel Navarro/ AP

Animal Cops Dutch Police to Be Guinea Pigs on Unique New Beat

If it sounds like an idea inspired by the Animal Planet show "Animal Cops," it's because it was. There will soon be 500 police officers on the streets of Holland protecting the welfare of the country's animals. The proposal originated with a uniquely powerful animal rights political party -- and brought to fruition by Geert Wilders' anti-Islam Party for Freedom. Von Mary Beth Warner

'Merkel Is Afraid' - LEX VAN LIESHOUT/ AFP

'Merkel Is Afraid' - LEX VAN LIESHOUT/ AFP

SPIEGEL Interview with Geert Wilders 'Merkel Is Afraid'

In a SPIEGEL interview, Dutch Islam-opponent Geert Wilders discusses his fight for a Koran ban, why German Chancellor Angela Merkel is running scared on the immigration issue and his belief that the Netherlands' debate over Muslims has now crossed the border into Germany.

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