Decline of Dutch Liberals
Mark Rutte's Dutch liberals, once a dominant force, are now losing support.
The party, also known as the Party for Freedom and Democracy (VVD), faces a struggle to remain relevant in the national election.
A slump in the polls since the collapse of the Netherlands' Cabinet in June has delivered a reality check for the former electoral force.
- Geert Wilders' far-right Freedom Party (PVV) is projected to remain the largest party.
- Center-left GreenLeft-Labor and liberal D66 parties are within striking distance.
- The liberal VVD risks winning fewer seats than in the 2023 election.
It's not easy being a European liberal.
This decline casts doubt on the VVD's role in any future government.
Author's summary: Dutch liberals face decline in support.