Feb 27 β€’ 10:01 UTC πŸ‡΅πŸ‡± Poland Rzeczpospolita

Denmark: The Center-Left on Course for Power. Thanks to Donald Trump?

Poll results suggest that after the elections, Frederiksen may have a chance to form a center-left government, unlike the current governing coalition.

Recent polling data in Denmark indicates that Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen may be positioned to establish a center-left government following the elections. This shift would mark a notable change from the current coalition, which is comprised of the Social Democrats, led by Frederiksen, along with the center-right party Venstre and the centrist Moderaterne party. The support for a center-left bloc is gaining traction, as recent surveys show promising results for these parties, leading to speculation about the potential end of non-partisan governance.

New polls reveal that the center-left bloc, prominently featuring the Social Democrats, stands on the brink of acquiring 87 to 88 seats in Denmark's 179-member parliament. This translates to a mere 2-3 seats shy of a simple majority of 90, igniting discussions regarding the future political landscape in Denmark. Organizations such as Epinion and Megafon, through Danish broadcasters like DR and TV2, have released these favorable findings for Frederiksen and her coalition, highlighting the shift in voter sentiment toward a more left-leaning government.

Amidst this political reconfiguration, some analysts are attributing the rise of the center-left to the influence of global political figures, including US President Donald Trump. While there may be skepticism about the direct connection, the changing political tides suggest a broader trend in which leftist parties may gain ground in response to international political developments. As the elections approach, the outcomes may signify a significant retrenchment towards social democracy in Denmark, impacting not only domestic policy but also its role in broader European politics.

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