A new opinion poll indicates that a majority of Italians are unhappy with the direction of Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's government. According to a report by la Repubblica, 53% of respondents said the country is heading in the wrong direction under the current administration.
The survey, which was also covered by Il Fatto Quotidiano, suggests that public sentiment is turning against the government as it marks a significant milestone. The poll results come at a time when Meloni's coalition is celebrating its status as one of the longest-serving governments in the history of the Italian Republic, a point highlighted by ANSA in its coverage of a rally in Bari.
The negative assessment of the government's trajectory is a key finding, though the poll also touched on other policy priorities. Il Fatto Quotidiano reported that a separate 59% of those surveyed said they care more about tangible results than about the government's longevity as a political achievement.
The timing of the poll is notable. The government is currently marking its tenure, with supporters gathering in Bari for a celebration, as reported by ANSA. This contrast between the government's own narrative of stability and the public's perception of its direction forms the backdrop to the current political debate in Italy.
Analysts are also weighing in on the government's position. In comments reported by HuffPost Italia, political expert Marc Lazar described Meloni as strong in terms of maintaining stability but weak when it comes to her relationships with her coalition allies.
The coming weeks will show whether the government can shift public opinion, or if the disapproval reflected in this latest survey hardens into a longer-term trend.
