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Sweden election: Far right eyes power for 1st time
DW.com • • general
Key Points:
- Sweden's general election on Sunday will determine if the center-left opposition returns to power or if the far-right Sweden Democrats enter government for the first time.
- The left-wing alliance, led by former Prime Minister Magdalena Andersson, has seen its lead narrow as election day approaches, with a tight race expected.
- The Social Democrats focus on boosting the welfare state and addressing rising costs, while the incumbent right-wing government emphasizes reducing crime and tightening immigration policies.
- The far-right Sweden Democrats, led by Jimmie Akesson, are poised to enter government with key posts if the right-wing alliance wins, marking a significant shift in Swedish politics.
- About eight million voters are eligible, with turnout typically above 80%, and early voting already accounts for half of the ballots; results are expected Sunday night.
