New Poll Shows New Democracy Maintains Strong Lead Over Pasok Amid Shifting Political Landscape

09:26 27/2/2025 - Πηγή: iEfimerida

A new Pulse opinion poll conducted for SKAI television reveals that New Democracy continues to dominate Greece’s political scene, maintaining a significant 13-point lead over its closest rival, Pasok.

The survey highlights the party’s resilience, with

its estimated voting intention remaining above its performance in the recent European elections, while also shedding light on shifting dynamics among smaller parties and public dissatisfaction with the handling of the Tempe train tragedy.

According to the poll, New Democracy commands 28.5% of the vote, followed by Pasok at 15.5%.

The far-right Greek Solution ranks third with 10%, while the Communist Party (KKE) and Syriza are tied at 9% and 8%, respectively. The Course of Freedom party, which has surged in recent months, is also at 8%, while Voice of Reason and MeRA25 hover near the 3% parliamentary threshold.

Smaller parties, including Victory and New Left, trail further behind.

In terms of voting intention, New Democracy stands at 24%, slightly below its 25.5% result in the European elections, while Pasok remains steady at 13%. Greek Solution follows at 8.5%, with KKE at 7.5%.

Syriza and Course of Freedom are tied at 7%, while Voice of Reason and MeRA25 are at 4% and 3%, respectively. The undecided vote remains significant at 12.5%, with abstentions, blank or invalid ballots at 2.5%.

Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis remains the clear favorite for the premiership, with 29% of respondents naming him as the most suitable candidate for the role. The option of “none” ranks second at 21%, while Pasok leader Nikos Androulakis trails at 9%.

Mr. Mitsotakis’s strong personal approval underscores his continued influence in Greek politics, even as his party’s lead narrows slightly compared to previous polls.

The poll also highlights growing support for smaller parties, particularly Greek Solution and Course of Freedom, which have capitalized on voter discontent. Meanwhile, Syriza, led by Stefanos Kasselakis, appears to be losing ground, with its support dropping to 8%, just above the parliamentary threshold. MeRA25, led by Yanis Varoufakis, faces a similar challenge, hovering at 3.5%.

Public dissatisfaction with the government’s handling of the Tempe train disaster remains high, with two out of three respondents expressing dissatisfaction with the judicial process.

The February 2023 tragedy, which claimed 57 lives, continues to weigh heavily on public opinion, reflecting broader concerns about accountability and governance.

The survey underscores the stability of New Democracy’s lead but also points to a fragmented political landscape, with smaller parties gaining traction and voter dissatisfaction persisting on key issues.

As Greece navigates ongoing economic and social challenges, the poll suggests that the political scene remains fluid, with significant shifts possible in the months ahead.

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