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'Wake-Up Call for Progressives' as Far Right Surges in Austrian Elections

Sebastian Kurz, seen here on Sept. 7, 2017, led his People's Party to apparent victory in Sunday's election. (Photo: Raul Mee (EU2017EE)/flickr/cc)

European Far-Right Dealt Blow in Austrian Presidential Election

Deirdre Fulton, staff writer

Austria's far-right presidential candidate Norbert Hofer—who some thought might benefit from a so-called " Trump bump " at the polls—conceded defeat on Sunday, paving the way for " liberal-minded " Alexander Van der Bellen to step into the presidency. Exit polls released shortly after the polls closed Sunday showed Van der Bellen with 53.5 percent...

'Bright Spots' Worldwide Show 100% Renewable Can and Must be Done

Andrea Germanos, staff writer