Watching the Dutch Election like a Pro
POLITICO provides an overview of the critical vote in the Netherlands, which is currently too close to call.
The election pits far-right Geert Wilders against mainstream parties, with the outcome potentially cementing the far right as the most popular party in the Netherlands.
Europe is holding its breath: Will the Netherlands swing left or maintain its rightward course?
The Dutch vote on Wednesday could expose the struggle European centrists face in beating back anti-establishment forces.
- Geert Wilders, an anti-immigration firebrand, may win the election according to current opinion polls.
- However, he is short of allies and has little chance of becoming prime minister or being in government.
- A coalition excluding the far right is likely to be formed after the election.
Author's summary: Dutch election too close to call.