The mantra of "turning over every stone" has been replaced by "Sweden will become more like Sweden" It is clear that the Sweden Democrats will continue to be the Social Democrats' main opponent. But it is far from certain that the SD issue will have the same charge after a term in which they have been involved in governing.

The main issue, however, was failed election promises against the government that helped lift support for the party to levels they have not had since the 00s.