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Copenhagen Elections: Social Democrats Face Century-Long Rule Threat

11/18/2025

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Copenhagen voters head to municipal elections that could end over a century of Social Democrat rule.
The Social Democrats, led by Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen, face discontent over immigration policies and risk losing ground to left-leaning parties such as the Green Left and the Red-Green Alliance.
Analysts note frustration after the resignation of former lord mayor Frank Jensen amid harassment allegations, contributing to shifts toward the Danish People's Party.

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Copenhagen voters head to municipal elections that could end over a century of Social Democrat rule.
The Social Democrats, led by Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen, face discontent over immigration policies and risk losing ground to left-leaning parties such as the Green Left and the Red-Green Alliance.
Analysts note frustration after the resignation of former lord mayor Frank Jensen amid harassment allegations, contributing to shifts toward the Danish People's Party.