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Germany· Schwäbisch GmündFar-Right AfD Gains Support in German State Elections
The far-right AfD party is polling as the clear frontrunner in the Saxony-Anhalt state election in eastern Germany, with high voter turnout reported.
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Far-Right AfD Gains Ground in Saxony-Anhalt State Election, Germany
First report 6h agoLast update 32m agoMany reports highlight the AfD's significant lead in polls (40-42%) for the Saxony-Anhalt election, noting the historical implications if they win.
Some express concern about the AfD's potential victory, with one German politician stating that Germany will not allow the AfD to ruin the country.
A local mayor is reported to have switched allegiance to the AfD, indicating growing support for the party.
Far-Right AfD Party Gains in Saxony-Anhalt Election
First report 1h agoLast update 32m agoThere is concern over the potential for the AfD to win, with some highlighting their 'catastrophic' policy towards Israel and their desire to change the education system.
Far-right AfD seeks historic state power in Saxony-Anhalt election
First report 6h agoLast update 1h agoMany reports indicate the AfD is the clear frontrunner in Saxony-Anhalt and has a realistic shot at winning an absolute majority or leading a state government for the first time.
The CDU is expected to be far behind the AfD in the polls, and a potential coalition to form a government could be challenging, leading to internal party divisions.
Some believe the AfD will not ultimately win the election in Saxony-Anhalt, despite strong polling, and that the CDU will likely lead the administration.
A local mayor has switched to the AfD, indicating growing support for the party at the municipal level.
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