Feb 10 • 04:30 UTC 🇪🇸 Spain El País

Vox accumulates four months of rising estimates in voting for general elections

Vox has seen a steady increase in voter estimates over the past four months, now reaching 18% in polling for the upcoming general elections in Spain.

Vox, the far-right political party in Spain, has experienced a notable surge in voter estimation, accumulating four consecutive months of growth, reaching an estimated 18% for the upcoming general elections. This increase is particularly significant as it reflects a considerable leap of nearly six points compared to their performance in the 2023 elections. This shift has positioned Vox to significantly capitalize on the perceived diminishing support for the current government, while the People's Party (PP) finds itself stagnating in voter support.

The political landscape is also seeing a shift in support towards Alberto Núñez Feijóo and Santiago Abascal, who combined represent nearly 50% of the electorate. The PSOE (Spanish Socialist Workers' Party) has seen slight improvements; however, they, along with the Sumar party, are identified as the political groups losing the most ground since 2023. This trajectory suggests a challenging road ahead for traditional parties as voters may increasingly gravitate towards parties that offer alternative approaches to governance.

In light of these developments, the electoral climate for the upcoming general elections is poised to be highly competitive, with Vox gaining momentum while the established parties face internal challenges. The changing dynamics reflect broader socio-political trends in Spain, with rising voter dissatisfaction towards traditional parties and a willingness to embrace new political alternatives, underscoring the need for the PSOE and PP to reevaluate their strategies to connect with the electorate.

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