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New Party Landscape Expected from Elections: The Limits of Electoral Prediction

Published January 11, 2026, 06:10
New Party Landscape Expected from Elections: The Limits of Electoral Prediction

Politics is currently in a period of instability, where traditional ideological affiliations have weakened and communication logic prevails. Disappointment with institutions, the decay of parties, and a sense of exclusion are leading to new political behaviors, such as voters moving towards new formations. This environment makes electoral predictions particularly difficult. The de-ideologization of politics, which began in the 1990s, does not mean the end of ideologies, but a change in the way citizens perceive politics. Party affiliations have declined, while individuals and specific issues are playing a more important role. Emotions, such as anger and frustration, also influence voting behavior. The individualization of politics and the dominance of communication have strengthened communication logic in elections. Social media contributes to this phenomenon by promoting immediate consumption and superficial approaches. The transfer of political figures from party to party is another sign of the looseness of party affiliations. The establishment of social media has led to a decline in political rationality and logical thinking. The lack of critical thinking and the spread of fake news pose significant challenges to democracy. The need for information and critical evaluation of information is more urgent than ever. Politics is becoming increasingly a personal matter, with an emphasis on image and emotions.