A surge in support for Germany’s far-right Alternative für Deutschland (AfD) in Saxony-Anhalt’s state elections has sparked deep concern among residents, particularly immigrants, about the country’s future direction. Locals reflect on the shift, with some longing for the perceived stability of the Merkel era as political tensions rise. The historic vote underscores growing divisions over immigration and national identity. The conversation among citizens reveals unease over how the results may reshape social and political dynamics in the region.
Fears expressed for immigrants and for country’s future after AfD vote hits historic high in Saxony-AnhaltMaryam and her best friend were ambling through Magdeburg toward the railway station, talking over the dramatic events of the previous evening and the surge by the far-right Alternative für Deutschland to a historically high vote in the Saxony-Anhalt elections.“Don’t laugh at me,” she said, “but I wish we could go back to the days of Angela Merkel, when things were OK in Germany”. Continue reading...
