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# Swedish election

Last year

2022

Explainer: The Swedish right are likely taking over, but what does it mean for Europe?

The country’s right-wing bloc is expected to oust the incumbent Social Democrats.

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Sep 14th 2022, 6:30 AM

Sweden's right wing poised for election victory following far-right gains

The election campaign was dominated by issues close to right-wing voters and especially the far-right.

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Sep 12th 2022, 7:40 AM

Exit polls give slim lead for Sweden's left bloc as far-right surges

Both polls suggested the anti-immigration and nationalist Sweden Democrats could for the first time become the country’s second-biggest party.

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Sep 11th 2022, 8:28 PM