The Alternative World Economic Forum Meeting in Prague

Over 40 of the best-known conspiracy theorists and nationalist ideologues in the German-speaking world met for several days to devise tactics and visions for a political shift to the right. The project’s name is AWEF—short for Alternative World Economic Forum—and its founding conference took place in Prague between December 17 and 22.
Elections in Austria: How dangerous is the FPÖ?

On September 29, Austria will hold its national elections, with the far-right Freedom Party of Austria (FPÖ) leading the polls with 30% support. The FPÖ is an openly far-right party—its lead candidate, Herbert Kickl, describes himself, like Adolf Hitler, as the “people’s chancellor.” How likely is an FPÖ victory, and what dangers could it pose for Austria?