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3 right-wing parties sweep to victory in Italy elections

A coalition of three right-wing parties swept to victory in Italy’s elections. It’s the latest win for far-right populists in Europe, prompting fears that democratic institutions could erode on the continent.

Here & Now‘s Scott Tong talks with Nadia Urbinati, political scientist at Columbia University.

This article was originally published on WBUR.org.

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