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RealPolls Poll: The 'no' to cooperation between ND and PASOK and the appeal of Tsipras, Karystianou - Who returns to Par
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RealPolls Poll: The 'no' to cooperation between ND and PASOK and the appeal of Tsipras, Karystianou - Who returns to Parliament

From Ta Nea · (2d ago) Greek

Translated from Greek, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

TLDR

  • A RealPolls survey shows New Democracy maintaining a significant lead over the main opposition, though its voter intention has dipped slightly below 25%.
  • PASOK shows an upward trend for the third consecutive month, while other opposition parties like Plefsi Eleftherias, MeRA25, and KKE are experiencing declines or stagnation.
  • A majority of citizens believe Greece is heading in the wrong direction, and there is significant interest in potential new political movements led by Alexis Tsipras and Maria Karystianou.

A recent RealPolls survey, reported by Ta Nea, reveals a complex political landscape in Greece following the Easter period and amid ongoing political scrutiny of the ruling New Democracy (ND) party. While ND maintains a substantial lead, its voter intention has dipped below the crucial 25% threshold, indicating a potential softening of support. This nuanced picture is further complicated by the consistent upward trajectory of PASOK, which has shown steady gains for three months, suggesting a potential realignment of the center-left vote.

New Democracy continues to maintain a clear lead over the main opposition, with a double-digit difference.

— Ta NeaReporting on the overall standing of New Democracy in the RealPolls survey.

The survey also highlights a prevailing public sentiment that Greece is moving in the wrong direction, with a significant majority expressing this view. This widespread concern likely fuels the considerable interest in potential new political formations. The prospect of Alexis Tsipras, the former SYRIZA leader, launching a new party, and the potential emergence of a movement led by Maria Karystianou, resonates with a notable portion of the electorate, indicating a desire for alternative political options.

For a third consecutive month, PASOK-KINAL shows an upward trend.

— Ta NeaHighlighting the positive momentum for PASOK in the polls.

Ta Nea's analysis points to the challenges facing the opposition. Parties like Plefsi Eleftherias and KKE are experiencing downward trends, while MeRA25 is barely holding its ground. The survey's findings on potential collaborations, with a majority agreeing with PASOK's decision to rule out cooperation with ND, and the public's view on early elections, suggest a volatile political environment. From a Greek perspective, this poll underscores the public's dissatisfaction with the current direction and their openness to new political forces, reflecting a dynamic that could significantly shape future electoral outcomes.

Do you agree with PASOK's decision to rule out any cooperation with New Democracy after the next elections? 58.8% answer positively.

— Ta NeaPresenting public opinion on potential inter-party cooperation.
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Originally published by Ta Nea in Greek. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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