October's election results have finally been realized, with a new government built upon consensus and hope ready to push back against the far-right. While the task is difficult, the new coalition's focus on affordable housing, migration control and defense investment addresses real priorities while building cross-party cooperation in parliament.
The new minority coalition will enable a continuation of the failed policies that created the Netherlands' current crises in migration, housing and agriculture. Jetten's weak government lacks both parliamentary and Senate majorities, leaving it vulnerable to opposition pressure while claiming victory over populism rings hollow.
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