Liberal Party Faces Crisis Following Record Low 1.4 Percent in Polls

The Swedish Liberal Party is holding emergency meetings after opinion polls showed support dropping to a record-low 1.4 percent, threatening their representation in the Riksdag. Martin Melin and other party members are debating whether to abandon political red lines against the Sweden Democrats as Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson refuses to encourage tactical support votes. Center Party secretary Hannes Hervieu separately announced a shift toward digital outreach and grassroots campaigning as Elisabeth Thand Ringqvist prepares the party for the 2026 election.The collapse in support has triggered internal demands for a new strategy while the current government coalition faces a potential loss of its parliamentary majority. Simona Mohamsson emphasized that the party must focus on its core school policies to regain voter trust rather than relying on external help.Analysts suggest that the possible exit of the Liberals from parliament would significantly benefit Magdalena Andersson and the Social Democrats in the upcoming national contest.