Europe´s democrats must unite to prevent a far-right takeover | Natalie Nougayrède
(The Guardian Austria)

EU liberal values face a direct threat from populist nationalist forces. The democratic-minded have a clear choice to makeThe battle lines are now drawn for Europe´s ultimate test: the May 2019 elections for the European parliament. That´s when far-right and populist parties will attempt to complete their power grab in the EU. In the elections of 2014, they made gains. Next year, they´ll seek to dominate. The dramatic events we´ve witnessed over the past fortnight, in Germany and Italy have been a mere foretaste of the showdown that lies ahead. Related: When it comes to Germany, there´s method in Trump´s madness | Alan Posener Related: The EU v Italy´s new government: which will blink first? | Barry Eichengreen Continue reading...