AfD's Ambitious Bid in Brandenburg Elections

Alice Weidel, leader of the AfD, is optimistic about the upcoming state elections in Brandenburg, where her party is currently polling at 27 percent, slightly ahead of the SPD at 23 percent. The AfD aims to emerge as the dominant political force in the region, despite being classified as a right-wing extremist organization by both the Brandenburg and Federal Offices for the Protection of the Constitution.

Weidel's campaign emphasizes controversial policies, including border security and a push for peace negotiations regarding Ukraine. While the AfD has seen significant electoral success in regions like Thüringen and Sachsen, it faces challenges in forming a government due to the absence of an absolute majority and reluctance from other parties to collaborate with them.

Meanwhile, civil society groups plan a major protest concert in Potsdam, signaling resistance to the party's rise, as 14 other parties prepare to contest the election, showcasing a diverse political landscape.