‘A European of French origin’: Bernard-Henri Levy

The close results in the European Union elections may signify the crest of the wave of populism.

Celebrated philosopher, Bernard-Henri Levy sees the tight contest in his native France as a sign of optimism in an increasingly fractured Europe. He also describes the dramatic rise of anti-Semitism as “a new virus, with a new narrative”, that is distressingly obvious in the yellow vest movement.

Listen to the interview with Geraldine Doogie on ABC Saturday Extra.