Anti-AfD protests sweep Germany as far right closes in on two more states
Summary
Thousands of people protested in Germany against the far-right party Alternative für Deutschland (AfD) after it won a large share of votes in a state election. The AfD is strong in two upcoming regional elections, raising concerns about its impact on democracy and minority rights.Key Facts
- The AfD won nearly 44% of the vote in Saxony-Anhalt, its best result ever in a state election.
- Demonstrations against the AfD took place near the Brandenburg Gate in Berlin and other cities. Organizers say more than 14,000 people protested.
- The AfD calls for deporting asylum seekers and reducing support for renewable energy and public broadcasting.
- The party is close to forming a government in Saxony-Anhalt but needs three more votes for a majority.
- Germany’s domestic intelligence agency classifies the AfD as rightwing extremist, seeing it as a threat to democracy.
- The AfD leads voter polls in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, with about 35% support before elections on September 20.
- Other parties in Berlin remain competitive, with the Christian Democrats, Social Democrats, the left-wing Linke, and Greens all polling closely.
- Many protesters expressed concern that the AfD’s far-right views threaten democracy and social services.
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