1893 Swedish general election explained

General elections were held in Sweden in September 1893.[1] Protectionist candidates received a plurality of the vote.[1] Erik Gustaf Boström remained Prime Minister.

Campaign

The Liberals and the Swedish Social Democratic Party ran joint lists in some constituencies.

Results

Only 23.7% of the male population aged over 21 was eligible to vote.[1] Voter turnout was 42.4%.[1]

Notes and References

  1. Leif Lewin (1989) Ideology and Strategy: A Century of Swedish Politics Cambridge University Press, p329

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