Mussolini's granddaughter leaves government due to its strong right-wing stance.

Rachele Mussolini, the granddaughter of Italian dictator Benito Mussolini, recently made headlines when she left Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's party, 'Brothers of Italy'. Mussolini cited her disagreement with the party's stance on LGBTQ+ and other minority rights as the reason for her departure. As a city councillor in Rome, she has now joined the centre-right party Forza Italia, which is known to be more liberal than Meloni's party. Mussolini explained her decision, stating that she felt Forza Italia better aligned with her moderate and centrist beliefs.

One of the main issues that caused tension between Mussolini and Meloni was the gender of Algerian boxer Imane Khelife. Khelife had recently defeated Italian boxer Angela Carini at the Paris Olympics, causing controversy within the Italian government. Meloni claimed that Khelife had failed a gender eligibility test and that the fight was not fair. However, Mussolini, known for her support of LGBTQ+ rights, stood by Khelife, stating that until proven otherwise, she is a woman and should not be subjected to unwarranted scrutiny.

Mussolini's views on LGBTQ+ rights and her stance against fascist ideals have always been a source of conflict within Meloni's party. She has publicly spoken out against the use of the fascist salute at party events and has expressed her support for LGBTQ+ rights. Mussolini has even taken her name from her grandmother, Rachele Guidi, who was Benito Mussolini's second wife. Guidi and Benito Mussolini had five children, including Rachele's father, Romano, who was a Jazz pianist.

The 'Brothers of Italy' party has its origins in the Italian Social Movement, a neo-fascist party formed by supporters of Mussolini's regime. However, Meloni has worked hard to present the party as a mainstream, centre-right conservative group. In a speech in 2021, she stated that the Italian right had moved on from fascism and focused on issues such as traditional family values, secure borders, and rejecting gender ideology.

Since taking office, Meloni's government has implemented strict policies on immigration, abortion, and same-sex parenting. However, her views on LGBTQ+ rights and other minority issues have been met with opposition, even within her own party. Mussolini's departure has shed light on the divide within 'Brothers of Italy' and raised questions about the party's true stance on these issues.

In conclusion, Rachele Mussolini's decision to leave 'Brothers of Italy' and join Forza Italia has caused a stir in Italian politics. Her departure highlights the ongoing debate within Meloni's party regarding LGBTQ+ and minority rights. It remains to be seen how this will impact the party's image and policies in the future.

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