Finnish Social Democrats and nationalist Finns Party nearly tied in election

Agreed, cla68. The rise of nationalism around the world is very scary. History shows this never ends well.

With counting complete, Social Democrats take over Finland for the first time in couple decades

17.7 vs 17.5 is hardly taking over anything.

When budgets are tight and the makeup of a country is changing due to outside forces, it is very difficult to keep heading in the same direction.

I wish the Finns all the best and hope for their continued success.

17.7 vs 17.5 is hardly taking over anything.

It's all about the coalition. 17.7 vs. 17.5 just means who gets first dibs to form a coalition government in a Parliamentary system.

Whoever gets to form the majority coalition gets control of the government.

Another country in Europe about to be taken over by economic nationalism.