In an analysis of Italy’s current political landscape, Alison Sargent spoke with Lorenzo Pregliasco, a political analyst and co-founder of the polling agency YouTrend. Pregliasco, who also serves as an adjunct professor at the University of Bologna, suggests that Giorgia Meloni’s extended tenure is less a reflection of raw political power and more the result of a meticulously balanced governing approach.
According to Pregliasco, Meloni has preserved stability by sidestepping structural reforms that could simultaneously mobilize diverse groups against her administration. This strategic caution, combined with her undisputed control over the Fratelli d’Italia party and a deeply divided opposition, has solidified her position as the only credible alternative leader in the country.
Meloni’s patience is impressive. She knows exactly when to stay quiet and when to act.
Is it really stability, or just avoiding any meaningful change because the stakes are too high?
The opposition needs a unifying figure yesterday. Until then, Meloni remains untouchable.
Fractured opposition makes it easy to stay in power. Democracy looks tired here.