Portugal's Far-Right Surge: A Warning Sign for Europe?

Portugal's Far-Right Surge: A Warning Sign for Europe? Recent elections in Portugal have sent shockwaves across Europe, with the far-right party Chega nearly unseating the ruling social democrats. This unexpected surge mirrors similar trends in other European nations and raises concerns about the future of social democracy on the continent. Chega, which secured only 7% of the vote three years ago, has now tripled its support, highlighting the growing appeal of far-right ideologies. "The varapalo for the socialists is brutal," states Adolfo Lorente, the deputy director of EL CORREO, in the video analysis. This significant shift in the political landscape is not just limited to Portugal. The video points to a similar pattern in other countries, suggesting a broader European trend. The UK, for example, has also taken a stricter stance on immigration, a key issue driving the far-right's rise. The video concludes by questioning the hesitation of Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez to call for early elections, given the growing threat from the far-right. This uncertainty underscores the broader challenges facing social democratic parties across Europe.