The Netherlands faces numerous pressing issues, including rising income inequality, declining literacy rates among young people, and excessive screen time contributing to societal problems. A significant concern is the pollution of all Dutch surface waters due to industrial dumping and agricultural pesticide use, leading to increased cancer risk from PFAS exposure.

Simultaneously, the country grapples with political instability and the rise of politicians who capitalize on imaginary problems, diverting attention from real issues. The acceptance of homosexuality among secondary school students has decreased, leading to a higher suicide attempt rate among homosexual and transgender youth.

Internationally, the erosion of the rule of law in neighboring countries, the failure to meet climate goals, the war in Ukraine, and the unreliability of NATO due to the political climate in the United States present serious challenges.

Domestically, the housing market is experiencing the largest price increase in thirty years, exacerbated by the nitrogen crisis that halts housing construction while the agro-industry continues to operate with minimal restrictions, exporting the majority of its yield. These problems are worsening due to political inaction and a focus on fabricated issues in media debates, hindering progress on crucial matters.