The National Alliance party, founded by the political heirs of Benito Mussolini, has united with Silvio Berlusconi's People of Freedom Party. This move comes as Gianfranco Fini, 57, the former of the NA party has tried to legitimize the former NA party and rid them of their fascist ties. Analysts also believe that Fini is putting himself in a position to try and succeed Berlusconi, who is 72.
There has said to be tension amongst Fini and Berlsuconi, as Fini has said he wants a strong voice in the party. He also hopes the unification will strengthen the country as a whole.
"Berlusconi knows that his strong and recognised leadership can in no way become a personality cult. We must guarantee that People of Freedom is not the party of one person, but of one country," said Fini.
As of this week Berlusconi has an approval rating in the country around 58%. The opposition party has fallen apart in the last month and pose no soon threat to Berlusconi's power.
Italy (Andrew Johnson)
Wednesday, March 25, 2009
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