Europe’s Next Big Shock? Sweden’s ‘Neo-Nazi’ Far Right Races Toward Historic Government Role

Sweden is facing a historic political showdown as voters head to the polls in a closely fought general election. The race could see the far-right Sweden Democrats enter government for the first time, or the centre-left Social Democrats return to power under former Prime Minister Magdalena Andersson.Outgoing Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson is seeking another term, but his centre-right bloc relies on support from the Sweden Democrats. A right-wing victory could bring the far-right party into Cabinet, marking a major shift in Swedish politics.