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Rise of the Far-Right in Germany
This chapter explores the dramatic electoral success of the far-right Alternative for Deutschland (AFD) party in recent regional elections in Thuringia and Saxony. It analyzes the potential implications for German politics and the broader European landscape, particularly concerning immigration policies and the political divide between East and West Germany. The conversation highlights the alarming trend of increasing support for extremist parties among younger voters and discusses how this may reshape the political future leading up to the next federal elections.