Far-right AfD predicted to win big in crucial German state election
Summary
Voters in Saxony-Anhalt, a state in eastern Germany, voted in an election where the far-right party Alternative für Deutschland (AfD) is expected to do very well. The AfD, which opposes immigration and has ties to Moscow, hopes to win the state government for the first time, challenging the current ruling party, the Christian Democratic Union (CDU).Key Facts
- The AfD has been polling at over 40% in Saxony-Anhalt and aims to win an absolute majority.
- The current state government is led by the CDU, allied with two smaller parties.
- Major parties have agreed not to cooperate with the AfD, labeled “right-wing extremist” by German intelligence.
- Ulrich Siegmund is the AfD’s leading candidate and has a strong social media presence.
- The AfD’s campaign includes deporting immigrants, banning LGBTQ rainbow flags in schools, and stopping new wind farms.
- Saxony-Anhalt has about 2.1 million people, with economic challenges and a shrinking population.
- Opponents have protested against the AfD, fearing negative impacts on society and security.
- Recent polls show AfD at 41%, CDU at 23%, and other parties with lower shares.
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