Often dubbed an anti-establishment political movement, in actual fact, Italy'sFive Star Movement is promoting an establishment that works and serves citizens. Several Five Star Movement … [Read more...]
The Troubles of Italy’s 5 Star Movement
Italy's 5 Star Movement, an anti-establishment political group founded by former comic Beppe Grillo, appears to be in trouble. At the start of 2013, the 5 Star Movement surprised everyone … [Read more...]
Post European Election 5 Star Troubles
Italy's antiestablishment though pro-constitution 5 Star Movement did not do anywhere near as well as expected in recent European parliament elections in Italy. Instead of winning or, as … [Read more...]
The European Election Battle for the Control of Italy
Italy's three main political factions really are throwing their hearts and souls into European election campaigning. A battle for the control of Italy is in progress. The combatants are … [Read more...]
Will the Mafia Kill Beppe Grillo?
While largely ignored by Italy's mainstream press, Italian newspaper and online publication Il Fatto Quotidiano carried a story that the mafia, the Sicilian branch, may be organizing … [Read more...]