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Saturday, January 4, 2025

Pressure Mounts on Norway's Labor Leader

Published: 2024-12-02

Jonas Gahr Støre, leader of Norway's Labor Party (Ap), faces mounting pressure to resign amid internal dissatisfaction and declining public support.

Recent meetings have seen significant criticism from party members, with some calling for a leadership change before the upcoming national convention.

Støre's leadership has been questioned due to the party's poor polling numbers, which have dropped to around 16.5%.

Storting representative Stein Erik Lauvås has openly suggested that both Støre and party secretary Kjersti Stenseng should step down.

The internal debate reflects a broader frustration within the party, as members seek new leadership to improve their electoral prospects.

Despite the criticism, some party members believe Støre should remain until after the next election.