Politicians from the center are grappling with growing unease as far-right and far-left movements expand their influence in recent elections. The instability of current governing coalitions, deep political divisions, and economic struggles are raising alarms about parallels to historical periods that paved the way for authoritarian regimes. Experts warn that the current climate of fragmentation and discontent could reshape democracy if left unaddressed. Concerns are mounting over whether centrist parties can reclaim ground before further erosion of political stability.
Centrist politicians are soul-searching after electoral gains by the far right and the far left. Today's weak coalitions, political fragmentation and dire economy echo a past that led to the rise of fascism.
