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Deportation Debate and Landtag Elections
2024-08-30 23:55:08
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Deportation Debate and Landtag Elections

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The upcoming state elections in Thuringia and Saxony are fueling the deportation debate in Germany. The AfD, already in power, is influencing the political actions of other democratic parties.

The Solingen attack by a Syrian asylum seeker has intensified the discussion on deportations, but data shows that refugees from Syria, Afghanistan, and Iraq have the lowest crime rates. Instead of focusing on deportations, integration should be prioritized, as Germany needs immigration.

The CDU is leading in Saxony, while the AfD is leading in Thuringia. The political response to the Solingen attack includes stricter laws on weapons, measures against extremists, and easier deportations.

Landtag elections in Saxony and Thuringia are seen as crucial for the future of CDU leader Friedrich Merz, who aims to continue governing with a different coalition. The outcome of these elections will determine the political landscape in the eastern states of Germany.

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Rising Concerns over the AfD and the State Elections in Germany

The upcoming state elections in Saxony and Thuringia have raised concerns over the potential rise of the far-right Alternative for Germany party (AfD). The AfD has been accused of voter deception by the Traffic Light Coalition and the Union, particularly in relation to security and migration policies. Many migrants are worried about the AfD becoming the strongest party in these states. The AfD has been actively targeting Turkish and Russian-German voters, even using platforms like TikTok. The CDU is in a close race with the AfD, and the outcome of these elections could have significant implications for the party's future. The CDU's Friedrich Merz has taken a hardline anti-migration stance in an attempt to defeat the AfD, but this move is seen as risky. The political landscape in East Germany is undergoing significant changes, and the outcome of these elections could have far-reaching consequences for the country's democracy and society.

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The alliance 'Open-Minded Thuringia' plans to coordinate the interests of its 4,000 member organizations after the state election in Thuringia on September 1. With fears of the Thuringian AfD gaining a blocking minority, the alliance aims to prevent right-wing extremist voices from gaining power. Criticism has been directed towards Björn Höcke, the leader of the Thuringian AfD, for his anti-business statements. The social landscape in Thuringia is at risk if right-wing extremist voices gain power, according to Katja Glybowskaja from the AWO and the League of Free Welfare in Thuringia. In other election news, Chancellor Scholz supports Minister President Woidke in the Brandenburg state election, while Baerbock warns of the potential loss of democratic majorities. The Linke party in Heinsberg has implemented a 'Seven-Point Plan' to strengthen its party organization. Thomas Krusekopf, a CDU candidate, wonders why the CDU is not benefiting from the disappointment with the current government in the Zittauer region. The Landtag election in Thuringia sees a dispute between Bodo Ramelow and the BSW party, as Ramelow is accused of being approached to join the BSW party. Despite the controversies, Ramelow is seeking a third term as Minister President.

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