f1bfe992-9540-11e6-9cae-2a3574e296a6_story.html

f1bfe992-9540-11e6-9cae-2a3574e296a6_story.html

10/30/2016

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https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/europe/iceland-a-land-of-vikings-braces-for-a-pirate-party-takeover/2016/10/23/f1bfe992-9540-11e6-9cae-2a3574e296a6_story.html

summary

In this article, the Washington Post discusses the rise of the Pirate Party in Iceland and the potential impact they could have on the country's political landscape. The article highlights the Pirate Party's platform, which includes advocating for direct democracy, transparency, and digital rights. It explores the party's origins, gaining popularity after the economic crisis in 2008, and its subsequent success in the 2016 parliamentary elections. The article also delves into the unique political climate of Iceland, known for its history of Viking settlements and powerfully active volcanoes. Overall, the article provides an insightful overview of the Pirate Party's emergence in Iceland and the challenges they may face in governing the country.

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