"Netherlands' Election: A Shift in Priorities Amidst Housing Crisis and Changing Leadership"

The Netherlands, known for its permissive attitude towards sex, drugs, and corporate profits, is experiencing a shift in its economic and social policies. Faced with housing shortages and tensions over immigration, the country is moving towards a consensus against unbridled growth. The outgoing government has implemented policies to deter expats, including cutting flights, migration numbers, and tax breaks for foreign workers. The center-right incumbents are currently leading in polls ahead of the elections. The campaign has focused on restricting immigration, addressing healthcare, the cost of living, and housing concerns. The country's open-to-all image is being recalibrated, with a growing emphasis on restriction and responsible growth.