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The German hard right win their first election since the Nazis.

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The Rise of the Far-Right in Eastern Germany

This chapter examines the historic electoral gains of the far-right party AfD in Germany's Thuringia and Saxony regions, marking a significant political shift since the Nazi era. It highlights the implications of these results for centrist politics in Germany and the broader European political landscape, including the challenges faced by traditional parties. The discussion also explores the AfD's appeal among younger voters and draws comparisons with similar far-right trends in France.

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