Italian Elections 2019: A Closer Look at the Political Landscape and Party Leadership Changes

In the recent election, Giorgia Meloni and Elly Schlein emerged victorious, boosting Fratelli d’Italia and Democratic Party respectively. The election results underscored the resilience of the bipolar system, with Matteo Salvini’s victory notable as well. Bonelli and Fratoianni of Avs doubled their policies’ popularity, while Renzi, Bonino, and Calenda failed to secure seats in the European Parliament. Giuseppe Conte’s M5S party suffered a loss, dropping to just 10% of the votes and putting its leadership in jeopardy. The election also revealed the fractures within many parties, marking a complex political landscape in Italy.