Sweden's Right-Bloc in Power Hoping Nationalist Allies Will Impede the Left Wing

Swedish voters are already lining up to cast their early ballots for this Sunday’s election as the right-wing government prays their deal with an insurgent party could keep them in power as the left’s coalition bickers ahead of a possible victory.

Sweden's Right-Bloc in Power Hoping Nationalist Allies Will Impede the Left Wing

TL;DR

  • Swedish voters are participating in early voting for an upcoming election.
  • The right-wing government seeks to maintain power through a deal with an insurgent party.
  • The left's coalition is reportedly experiencing internal disagreements.
  • Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson leads a four-party coalition including the Moderate Party, Christian Democrats, Liberals, and the Sweden Democrats.
  • The Sweden Democrats, once an outsider party, have gained significant support and are the largest force on the right and second-largest party overall.