The article discusses how the European far-right, exemplified by Vox's Santiago Abascal, is intensifying its rhetoric against migrants, particularly after the Spanish government's decision to legalize the residence status of many undocumented immigrants.
The article examines a recent statement by Santiago Abascal, leader of the far-right Vox party in Spain, who expressed hostility towards Spanish Prime Minister Sánchez and accused him of intending to replace the Spanish people with migrants. This statement came on the heels of the Spanish government’s approval to legalize residency for approximately half a million undocumented migrants, most of whom hail from Latin America. Abascal's rhetoric underscores a growing trend among far-right politicians in Europe, who are utilizing inflammatory language to galvanize their base against immigration policies.
The piece further explores the emergence of the 'Great Replacement' conspiracy theory among far-right groups, asserting that European elites are secretly orchestrating a demographic shift by replacing native populations with migrants, particularly from Africa and other regions. This narrative resonates across various far-right parties, including Germany’s Alternative for Germany (AfD) and France's Reconquête, reflecting a broader anti-immigrant sentiment that is increasingly prevalent in European politics.
As far-right leaders like Abascal call for solutions such as repatriation, deportation, and remigration, the article highlights the implications of their rhetoric on societal attitudes towards migrants. The intensifying discourse not only reflects a political strategy but also raises concerns about the potential normalization of xenophobia and racism in European societies, as these narratives gain traction among the voting populace.
