Dutch election: Far-right populism fails its first test, as Wilders ties for second

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The Hague, the Netherlands (CNN) Far-right populism in Europe failed its first test of 2017 when the nationalist firebrand Geert Wilders came a distant second in the closely-watched Dutch election.
Germany`s foreign ministry said: "Large majority of Dutch voters have rejected anti-European policies.
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Rutte is greeted by supporters as he arrives to make a speech following his victory in the Dutch general election on March 15.
"However, Nicolas Bay, Secretary General of France`s far-right Front National, congratulated Wilders, tweeting that his "party progresses, it`s a real success.