There are several explanations for this, according to Mats Knutson.
– Of course, she has had strong support in the party, still does, but with such a disastrous election, the hunt for a scapegoat immediately begins.
The center party has historically changed party leaders after bad elections, according to Mats Knutson. One explanation for the weak support in this year’s election could be the rapprochement with the Social Democrats.
– You can say a lot about the Center Party’s development this term, but it is difficult to accuse anyone else of bearing the main responsibility but Annie Lööf. There are few party leaders who so clearly symbolize their party.
Hear Mats Knutson’s analysis of Annie Lööf’s future in the clip above.