Far-Right AfD Gains Ground in Former East Germany

Recent state elections show significant support for the AfD, raising concerns about the political landscape and the future of traditional parties.

The AfD won the most votes in Thuringia and came a close second in Saxony, with strong polling in Brandenburg.
Support for the AfD is particularly high in rural and economically struggling areas of the former East Germany.
Die Linke and other left-wing parties have seen a dramatic decline in these regions, losing ground to both the AfD and the new BSW party.
The AfD's rise is attributed to dissatisfaction with traditional parties, economic concerns, and anti-immigration sentiments.
Despite their electoral success, the AfD faces challenges in forming coalitions, as mainstream parties refuse to collaborate with them.