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Saxony-Anhalt Survey Finds Majority Are 'Fragile Democrats' as Right-Wing Attitudes Exceed National Average

Researchers warn the pattern signals vulnerabilities for the state's democratic resilience ahead of the 2026 election.

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Deutlich weniger als die Hälfte der Menschen in Sachsen-Anhalt gilt einer Erhebung der Landesregierung zufolge als gefestigte Demokraten. Nur 43,5 Prozent der Einwohner befürworten klar die Demokratie.

Overview

  • The Sachsen-Anhalt-Monitor 2025, released on December 9, reports 54% classified as fragile democrats, 43.5% as firm supporters of democracy, and 3% with strong autocratic tendencies.
  • Closed right-wing extremist orientations are measured at 8.6%, surpassing both the national average of about 4.1% and the East German average of about 4.0%.
  • Prejudiced views remain widespread, with 52% describing Islam as backward and 81% saying long-term unemployed exploit the system.
  • Trust concentrates in regional institutions such as the Landtag and state government, with the police earning the highest ratings, while federal bodies and parties trail.
  • Despite strong regional attachment and about 90% life satisfaction, only 17% view the state’s future positively, and AfD supporters show particularly high openness to one-party rule.