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“Kickl here, Kickl there, Kickl everywhere.” When I heard this back in February, I dismissed it as a catchy slogan destined to fade. Yet, as the months unfolded, his words transformed into an unsettling prophecy. Herbert Kickl is the leader of the Austrian Freedom Party (FPÖ), the far-right party that has not won an election since it was founded in 1956. That was, until September 29th, 2024, when the FPÖ made history by winning the Austrian election, marking the first time a far-right party has won in the country since WWII. The previous time, of course, was the Nazi Party.
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The political landscape often mirrors a living organism—complex, interconnected, and susceptible to ailments that aren't immediately visible. Lately, there's been a quiet calcification setting into the very bones of our electoral system, leading to stiffness and brittleness that hinders its ability to adapt and respond. This subtle hardening isn't dramatic or overt, but its implications run deep, affecting the vitality of our collective body.
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Humans have always been intrigued by the eccentric—those who defy convention and captivate us with their unpredictability. From ancient times to modern politics, we’re drawn to the unpredictable, captivated by the sense of novelty and risk that comes with it. Like watching a snake charmer, we find ourselves mesmerized by the performance, fascinated by the delicate balance between control and chaos. Elections, in particular, have a way of bringing such figures into the spotlight.
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