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EPP Shifts Right as Green Party Gains Momentum

11/6/2025

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EPP Shifts Right

Following the 2024 European elections, the European People's Party shifted rightward.
The EPP submitted amendments to a simplification bill to secure a right-wing majority after failing to win Socialists & Democrats support.
Manfred Weber, the EPP leader, said the party must work with far-right lawmakers.
In the United Kingdom, Zack Polanski, leader of the Green Party, adopted strategies similar to Nigel Farage and boosted membership and polling.

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Räsänen Faces Charges

Päivi Räsänen, a Finnish politician, faces hate speech charges tied to Pride remarks, with the case before the Supreme Court.
The dispute highlights a Europe-wide clash over free speech and the Digital Services Act (DSA).
Critics, including ADF International, argue such rules threaten religious expression and free speech.
Supporters say the DSA boosts online safety without suppressing legitimate discourse, showing tensions between religious groups and accountability advocates.

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EPP Shifts Right

Following the 2024 European elections, the European People's Party shifted rightward.
The EPP submitted amendments to a simplification bill to secure a right-wing majority after failing to win Socialists & Democrats support.
Manfred Weber, the EPP leader, said the party must work with far-right lawmakers.
In the United Kingdom, Zack Polanski, leader of the Green Party, adopted strategies similar to Nigel Farage and boosted membership and polling.

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