Political forces in Europe
Political forces in Europe are undergoing significant changes in recent elections. While right-wing forces have gained ground in many countries, the far right has also seen an increase in its support. According to a survey carried out by IPSOS for El Español, far-right groups could become the second most voted force in Europe. This would have a radical impact on the European political map and on the European Union itself. The most voted group would remain the European People’s Party (EPP), although with a slight decrease in the number of seats.
The elections to the European Parliament
The elections to the European Parliament will be held between June 6 and 9. In Spain, the elections will take place on June 9, and the Popular Party is considered the favorite to win the elections. The representatives of the Popular Party will be integrated into the EPP group, which is expected to be the winner of the elections. The Progressive Alliance of Socialists and Democrats, which includes the PSOE, would be the second most voted force, with a slight decrease in the number of MEPs compared to the previous elections.
The rise of the extreme right
The rise of the far-right as a second force in the European Parliament depends on the possibility that the two existing far-right groups decide to unite. The two main groups are the European Conservatives and Reformists (ECR) and the Identity and Democracy group (ID). In a new election, the ECR could gain more seats, while the ID would also experience an increase in its support. If these two groups unite, the extreme right could overtake the socialist group and become the second most voted force.
The European political landscape
The European elections also have an impact on the forces of the center and the left. The Renew group, made up of liberals and centrists, would experience a decrease in the number of MEPs (https://ca1.10steps.org/Parafrasear-Material-Citado-7761). The Greens group, which includes parties such as ERC and BNG, would also see a reduction in their support. However, there are some political forces that could increase their number of seats, as is the case of the L’Esquerra group, which includes parties such as Unidas Podemos and EH Bildu. In short, the elections to the European Parliament could lead to a more fragmented and divided European political landscape.
