Unholy union: The convergence of agendas between the Gay Community and the political right-wing in the Netherlands

M. Perry

The introduction of immigrants from traditionally Islamic countries has created a new dynamic within the Dutch social system. Seemingly clashing with the established facade of Dutch "tolerance", this group of Muslim immigrants has logically found a natural enemy within right-wing political parties. However, on a more interesting level, we see that the political agende of the gay movement has seemingly converged with the agenda of those right-wing groups. This study intends to examine this convergence of agendas; working from a basic theoretical design rooted in group identity and postmodern perspectives on language. Through careful research into the realities of Dutch society, as contrasted with apparent realities in American society, this study set out to create a defensible argument for the assessment of this political alliance.