5 Hard Truths After AfD Wins German State Election
Summary
The far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party won nearly 44 percent of votes in the Saxony-Anhalt state election, significantly increasing its seats but falling short of a majority. Other parties are refusing to work with the AfD, so it cannot govern alone, but its strong showing influences German politics and public opinion on issues like migration and Ukraine.Key Facts
- AfD won 43.8% of the vote in Saxony-Anhalt’s state election, more than doubling its previous share.
- The AfD gained 39 out of 83 seats, needing 42 for a majority and to govern alone.
- Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s CDU party took only 17.2% of the vote, losing many previous voters to AfD.
- Voter turnout was 77.8%, up from 60.3% in 2021.
- The AfD gained support partly from people who did not vote before and some who previously backed the CDU.
- Many voters preferred the AfD’s stance against sending more weapons to Ukraine, reflecting mixed views on Russia and security.
- Other parties, including the CDU, SPD, Greens, and Left, refuse to form a coalition with the AfD.
- The state intelligence service considers the AfD branch in Saxony-Anhalt a right-wing extremist group.
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