The Rise of Far-Right Politics in Wolfsburg

This chapter analyzes the uneasy climate in Wolfsburg after job cuts at Volkswagen, reflecting the community's economic difficulties and political disillusionment. Conversations with locals reveal a growing support for the far-right AFD party, driven by concerns over immigration and dissatisfaction with traditional political parties. The narrative addresses the normalization of extremist views, potential authoritarianism, and the implications of these shifts for marginalized communities in Germany.