Abstract
Abstract This article examines recent suggestions that manifestations of racism and fascism are becoming more widespread throughout Europe. Without denying that there may have been a ‘rise in racism’, it is argued that statistical evidence of a rise in racist incidents also reflects an increased willingness to report these incidents. In turn this may reflect a greater political recognition of the dangers of racism and fascism. This recognition brings with it its own problematic, implying a demand for political action to avert an impending evil. Doomsday scenarios of a looming catastrophe, akin to events in the 1930s, do not adequately reflect the complex and troubling issues now facing Europe.
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