Italy

The eagle of fascism soars
7th May 2009
The New Statesman
Democratic forces in Berlusconi’s Italy are increasingly beleaguered. More than ever they need our support, not our silence and consent
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Rise of the right
30th Apr 2008
The Guardian
The use of fascist symbols, the threat of violence, the demonisation of minorities ... hasn't Italy been here before?
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Is Italy still a democracy?
16th Apr 2008
The Guardian
What the election of Silvio Berlusconi represents is the conquest and occupation of the state by private interests
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New Labour must recognise that Berlusconi is the devil
16th Mar 2006
The Guardian
Blair's friend and ally lies in direct line of descent from Mussolini and poses a toxic threat to democracy
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The most dangerous man in Europe
4th Apr 2006
The Guardian
We turn a blind eye to Berlusconi, but a huge amount is at stake in this weekend's Italian general election.
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The Italian poisoner
5th Jul 2003
The Guardian
Berlusconi is not just another rightwinger; he is a threat to democracy
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