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2024-08-29 23:55:08
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Will parties in east Germany act to stave off far-right AfD from power?

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The far-right AfD party, led by Björn Höcke, is leading in polls for upcoming elections in eastern German states Thuringia, Saxony, and Brandenburg. The AfD's anti-immigration and extremist views have raised concerns, especially around the Buchenwald memorial, where director Jens-Christian Wagner warns against the trivialisation of the Holocaust.

To counter the AfD, a new left-wing party, the Sahra Wagenknecht Alliance (BSW), has emerged, criticizing the current government under Chancellor Olaf Scholz. CDU leader Friedrich Merz has called for tighter immigration policies following the Solligen attack.

In Saxony, CDU's Michael Kretschmer is the current state premier. Political analyst Carsten Koschmieder at the Free University in Berlin expects the AfD to be the strongest party, at least in Saxony.

The CDU was in power for 16 years under former Chancellor Angela Merkel, and the inhabitants of Weimar were forced to visit Buchenwald after WWII. The socialist Left Party (Die Linke) has previously governed Thuringia.

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As the state elections in Thuringia and Saxony approach, the AfD is leading in Thuringia while the CDU is ahead in Saxony. State premiers Ramelow and Kretschmer are popular figures, and prominent politicians such as Scholz, Köpping, and Merz have been making campaign appearances. The Greens and SPD are polling below 6% in Saxony, while the BSW is enjoying support at 12% in Saxony and 18% in Thuringia. Many voters remain undecided, contributing to the uncertainty surrounding the possible coalition options. Analysts and opinion poll experts stress that the outcome of the elections is difficult to predict. Tactically or strategically voting to prevent or favor specific coalitions is being considered by many voters, further complicating the electoral landscape. These elections will have a significant impact on both regional and national politics, with potential repercussions for the ruling Scholz coalition and the future of Chancellor Scholz's candidacy.

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The state election in Thuringia, Germany, has been dominated by debates over migration and security. However, the concerns of the voters go beyond these issues. The topic of education, in particular, has been raised repeatedly by citizens during campaign events and discussions. Parents and educators have expressed worries about the lack of English classes and the overall quality of education. Schools in Thuringia have been facing a growing problem of teacher shortages, resulting in class cancellations and a lack of qualified staff. The state government has acknowledged the problem but has not been able to find immediate solutions. Other concerns include the need for more vocational training opportunities and the impact of education deficits on the region's economy. While Thuringia is not alone in facing these challenges, it is crucial for the future government to address them effectively. Education is a key policy area in which the new government can make a significant impact. As the state election approaches, it is important for the political parties to engage in a meaningful discussion about educational reforms and present their plans to improve the situation. It is time to give these overlooked issues the attention they deserve.

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