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Pim Fortuyn - Introduction

Dutch politician famous for his anti-immigration views and a knack for stirring up controversies. He was among the most outspoken leaders criticizing the Islamic faith for its treatment of women and homosexuals. At the height of his career, he founded his own political party called Pim Fortuyn List and campaigned for the position of Prime Minister. The flamboyant politician received widespread support from voters especially the young. However, he was shot and killed 9 days before the election in 2002 by a fellow Dutchman, Volkert van Der Graaf who felt that it was his duty to protect the weaker groups of society from Mr. Fortuyn.

Articles and Interviews

[1] An analysis of Pim Fortuyn’s influence on the issues facing the Netherlands after his death. Is he a martyr or a fascist?

[2] A brief profile of the Volkdert van Der Graaf and his motive for the murder.

[3] An article that gives straightforward information about the late politician’s platforms.

[4] This site shows pictures from the funeral along with captions. It gives a glimpse of how the Dutch mourned for its favorite son.

[5] The article summarizes the Mr. Fortyun’s accomplishments and comments on the issues of Islam. It also mentions other prominent figures in the debate of immigration like Aayan Hirsi Ali and Theo van Gogh.

[6] Part 1: An English-subtitled video of a debate between Mr. Fortuyn and Mr. Marcel van Dam about the former's book "Against the Islamization of Our Culture". van Dam accuses Fortuyn of instigating hostility between native and immigrants-Dutch.

[7] Part 2: Fortuyn vs. Marcel van Dam

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