Time in government
51 years • 1 month • 2 days
Denmark Socialdemokraterne: Latest polls, election results and positions
Election Trend
20.8 %
-1.1 since the last election
Last Election
21.9 %
Election 2026 · 38 Seats
3-Month Trend
-0.2
Three months ago: 21.0 %
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Social Democrats
S&D
Denmark
Social Democratic
Europhile
Founded 1871
Socialdemokraterne is a Danish social democratic party that occupies the political center ground. It is the defining force behind the Danish welfare state, combining traditional left-wing economic policies with a restrictive migration and integration strategy.
Values and Ideology
The party's foundation rests on the pillars of solidarity, equality, and collective cohesion. It views the state as a protective framework that, through strong public institutions, enables social mobility and actively reduces inequality. Its ethos centers on the concept of the "dutiful citizen," where rights and responsibilities are inextricably linked. The nation and the welfare state form a unified entity, with social peace secured long-term only through a cohesive and functional community.
Political Priorities
The party's agenda focuses on preserving the Nordic model: high taxes fund world-class education and healthcare. Its target audience is the broad middle class, particularly workers and families. A key distinguishing feature is its firm stance on immigration policy, aimed at preventing rapid demographic shifts from jeopardizing social cohesion. By addressing issues traditionally associated with the political right, the party seeks to safeguard the economic interests of the working class.
Role in the Political System
Strategically, the party acts as a foundational political force and architect of modern Denmark. It masterfully leverages shifting parliamentary majorities to implement its core policies. Regarding the rule of law and institutions, it emphasizes parliamentary sovereignty while simultaneously advocating for an efficient and assertive executive. Tensions frequently arise where individual liberties clash with the community's collective need for security and integration.
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Socialdemokraterne: Key issues and ideological profile
Socialdemokraterne
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Topic
Salience
Position 2024
Position 2019
Question
Stance
Economy & State
Should income and wealth be redistributed?
Advocates moderate redistribution in favor of social justice.
Stance
How should the state manage its available budget?
Leans slightly more towards investment than saving.
Stance
Should the local economy be protected?
Represents a balanced position between trade and protection.
Stance
Society & Values
What is more important: freedom or security?
Prioritizes security over unrestricted freedom.
Stance
Should the equality of women be promoted?
Supports measures to promote equality.
Stance
Should LGBTQ+ equality be advanced?
Largely supports equality.
Stance
Should same-sex marriage be allowed?
Fully supports same-sex marriage.
Stance
What role should religions play in politics?
Advocates for strict separation of religion and state.
Stance
Should policy focus on urban or rural areas?
Seeks balance between urban and rural interests.
Stance
Environment & Globalization
What is more important: environmental protection or economy?
Weights environmental protection slightly stronger than economic growth.
Stance
What is more important: climate protection or economy?
Seeks a balance between climate and economic goals.
Stance
Migration & Integration
How should immigration policy be regulated?
Prefers restrictive immigration with clear conditions.
Stance
How should immigrant integration be shaped?
Emphasizes cultural adaptation of immigrants.
Stance
Should ethnic minorities be granted more rights?
Rejects special rights and demands equal treatment without privileges.
Stance
What role should nation-states play?
Emphasizes national interests and sovereignty.
Stance
Democracy & Institutions
How should power be distributed?
Tends towards stronger leadership by individuals.
Stance
How independent should the judiciary be?
Advocates a completely independent judiciary without political influence.
Stance
How should the state be organized: centralized or federal?
Advocates for a balanced distribution of power between the center and regions.
Stance
Election
Vote share
Seats
2026
March 24, 2026
Worst result
Vote share
21.9 %
-5.6
Seats
38
-12
2022
November 1, 2022
Vote share
27.5 %
+1.6
Seats
50
+2
2019
June 5, 2019
Vote share
25.9 %
-0.4
Seats
48
+1
2015
June 18, 2015
Vote share
26.3 %
+1.5
Seats
47
+3
2011
September 15, 2011
Vote share
24.8 %
-0.7
Seats
44
-1
2007
November 13, 2007
Vote share
25.5 %
-0.3
Seats
45
-2
2005
February 8, 2005
Vote share
25.8 %
-3.3
Seats
47
-5
2001
November 20, 2001
Vote share
29.1 %
-6.8
Seats
52
-11
1998
March 11, 1998
Vote share
35.9 %
+1.3
Seats
63
+1
1994
September 21, 1994
Vote share
34.6 %
-2.8
Seats
62
-7
1990
December 12, 1990
Vote share
37.4 %
+7.6
Seats
69
+14
1988
May 10, 1988
Vote share
29.8 %
+0.5
Seats
55
+1
1987
September 8, 1987
Vote share
29.3 %
-2.3
Seats
54
-2
1984
January 10, 1984
Vote share
31.6 %
-1.3
Seats
56
-3
1981
December 8, 1981
Vote share
32.9 %
-5.4
Seats
59
-9
1979
October 23, 1979
Vote share
38.3 %
+1.3
Seats
68
+3
1977
February 15, 1977
Vote share
37.0 %
+7.1
Seats
65
+12
1975
January 9, 1975
Vote share
29.9 %
+4.3
Seats
53
+7
1973
December 4, 1973
Vote share
25.6 %
-11.7
Seats
46
-24
1971
September 21, 1971
Vote share
37.3 %
+3.2
Seats
70
+8
1968
January 23, 1968
Vote share
34.1 %
-4.2
Seats
62
-7
1966
November 22, 1966
Vote share
38.3 %
-3.6
Seats
69
-7
1964
September 22, 1964
Vote share
41.9 %
-0.2
Seats
76
±0
1960
November 15, 1960
Best result
Vote share
42.1 %
+2.7
Seats
76
+6
1957
May 14, 1957
Vote share
39.4 %
-1.9
Seats
70
-4
1953
September 22, 1953
Vote share
41.3 %
+0.9
Seats
74
+13
1953
April 21, 1953
Vote share
40.4 %
+0.8
Seats
61
+2
1950
September 5, 1950
Vote share
39.6 %
-0.4
Seats
59
+2
1947
October 28, 1947
Vote share
40.0 %
+7.2
Seats
57
+9
1945
October 30, 1945
Vote share
32.8 %
Seats
48
All elections since 1945 in which Socialdemokraterne participated. Click a row to see election details.
1945
1960
1980
2000
2020
Today
Led government
Involved in government
Not in government
Share since 1945
58 %
Cabinets led
26
51 years • 1 month • 2 days
Coalition involvements
0
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Mette Frederiksen
Frederiksen III
June 3, 2026 – Today · 2 months 16 days
Mette Frederiksen
Frederiksen II
December 15, 2022 – Today · 3 years 8 months
89 of 179 seats
Frederiksen I
June 27, 2019 – December 15, 2022 · 3 years 5 months
48 of 179 seats
Thorning-Schmidt II
February 3, 2014 – June 28, 2015 · 1 year 4 months
61 of 179 seats
Thorning-Schmidt I
October 2, 2011 – February 3, 2014 · 2 years 4 months
77 of 179 seats
Rasmussen N IV
March 11, 1998 – November 27, 2001 · 3 years 8 months
70 of 179 seats
Rasmussen N III
December 30, 1996 – March 11, 1998 · 1 year 2 months
70 of 179 seats
Rasmussen N II
September 27, 1994 – December 30, 1996 · 2 years 3 months
75 of 179 seats
Rasmussen N I
January 25, 1993 – September 27, 1994 · 1 year 8 months
89 of 179 seats
Jorgensen VI
December 30, 1981 – September 10, 1982 · 8 months 11 days
59 of 179 seats
Jorgensen V
October 26, 1979 – December 30, 1981 · 2 years 2 months
68 of 179 seats
Jorgensen IV
August 30, 1978 – October 26, 1979 · 1 year 1 month
86 of 179 seats
Jorgensen III
February 15, 1977 – August 30, 1978 · 1 year 6 months
65 of 179 seats
Jorgensen II
February 13, 1975 – February 15, 1977 · 2 years 2 days
53 of 179 seats
Jorgensen I
October 5, 1972 – December 19, 1973 · 1 year 2 months
70 of 179 seats
Krag IV
October 11, 1971 – October 5, 1972 · 11 months 24 days
70 of 179 seats
Krag III
November 22, 1966 – February 2, 1968 · 1 year 2 months
69 of 179 seats
Krag II
September 26, 1964 – November 22, 1966 · 2 years 1 month
76 of 179 seats
Krag I
September 3, 1962 – September 26, 1964 · 2 years 23 days
87 of 179 seats
Kampmann II
November 18, 1960 – September 3, 1962 · 1 year 9 months
87 of 179 seats
Kampmann I
February 21, 1960 – November 18, 1960 · 8 months 28 days
93 of 179 seats
Hansen II
May 28, 1957 – February 21, 1960 · 2 years 8 months
93 of 179 seats
Hansen I
February 1, 1955 – May 28, 1957 · 2 years 3 months
74 of 179 seats
Hedtoft III
September 30, 1953 – February 1, 1955 · 1 year 4 months
74 of 179 seats
Hedtoft II
September 16, 1950 – October 30, 1950 · 1 month 14 days
59 of 151 seats
Hedtoft I
November 13, 1947 – September 16, 1950 · 2 years 10 months
57 of 150 seats
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