Europe after the Dutch elections. Goodbye far right? Not so fast.

In this episode of the Independent Thinking podcast, host Gregor Horst discusses the recent Dutch elections with guests Karien van Gennip, former Deputy Prime Minister of the Netherlands, and Sebastien Maillard, Associate Fellow at Chatham House. The conversation revolves around the implications of the election results, including the performance of Geert Wilders' party, the rise of new parties, and the fragmentation of the political landscape. The discussion extends to broader European trends, such as the personalization of candidates, the move to the right, and the challenges of addressing concerns related to migration, housing, and economic inequality. The panel also explores the role of intermediary bodies like trade unions and the influence of figures like Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin on European politics, as well as the impact of political fragmentation on the European economy and the private sector.