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A German far-right party has won state elections for the first time since the collapse of Nazi regime
In recent state elections in Thuringia and Saxony, Germany witnessed a significant political upheaval that has sent shockwaves through the country and across Europe. The Alternative for Germany (AfD), a far-right party known for its anti-immigration and Eurosceptic policies, achieved unprecedented success, marking a pivotal moment in German politics since World War II. This article delves into the implications of these election results, exploring their potential impact on Germany’s political landscape and the broader European context.
In Thuringia, the AfD secured a landmark victory, garnering 32.8% of the vote and becoming the strongest party in the state parliament. This marks the first time since the end of World War II that a far-right party has won the most seats in a German state legislature, signaling a significant shift in the political dynamics of the region.
Neighboring Saxony saw similar success for the AfD, where they came in a close second with 30.6% of the vote. The party narrowly trailed the center-right Christian Democratic Union (CDU) by just half a percentage point, further cementing their growing influence in eastern Germany.
The success of the AfD can be attributed, in part, to the persistent economic…
