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politics13 days ago•8 min saved

Merz’s comeback flounders as voters doubt reforms and AfD gains

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s nationwide tour to shore up his flagging popularity is backfiring, with voters perceiving him as out of touch and doubting his ability to deliver economic reforms. Polls show 86% of Germans unhappy with the coalition, Merz’s own numbers are weak (about 24% think he can turn the economy around, 14% say he communicates effectively), and the far-right AfD is gaining ground in eastern Germany ahead of elections, complicating the government’s path forward. His emphasis on gradual reforms and business-focused outreach has not yet translated into broad public support.

via politico.eu|

#afd #economy #germany

world19 days ago•15 min saved

Merz at the Crosswinds: Foreign Ambition, Domestic Drag

One year into his chancellorship, Friedrich Merz is praised for a tougher foreign posture but hamstrung by a fragile CDU-SPD coalition, waning popularity, and a rising AfD, forcing a reckoning over promises versus reality and leaving his leadership trajectory uncertain.

via politico.eu|

#afd #coalition #foreign-policy

world1 month ago•175 min saved

AfD's Saxony-Anhalt manifesto unveils deportations, remigration and Russia ties

Germany’s far-right AfD in Saxony-Anhalt presented a 150-page manifesto proposing sweeping changes to migration, education, welfare and energy policy, including a hard shift toward deportations and a concept of “remigration” that would target Ukrainian refugees; it also urges lifting sanctions on Russia and offering free Russian language lessons. The plan signals a dramatic pivot for the party ahead of September state elections, though any changes would require federal approval, and polls show the AfD gaining ground in both eastern and parts of western Germany.

via CNN|

#afd #germany #remigration

world2 months ago•4 min saved

AfD Secures Record Western-Germany Result in Rhineland-Palatinate Election

Projections put the CDU first in Rhineland-Palatinate (about 30.6%), with the SPD second (≈25.7%), and the AfD achieving its strongest western-state result at ~20%; Greens and FDP trail; four parties enter parliament, making a CDU-SPD grand coalition likely and Gordon Schnieder the likely next state premier.

via Euronews.com|

#afd #cdu #elections

politics2 months ago•3 min saved

AfD wins court ruling, mobilizes rebranding ahead of state elections

A Cologne court temporarily bars Germany’s domestic intelligence agency (BfV) from labeling the AfD as a right-wing extremist, a win the party touts to support a broader rebranding and appeal ahead of Baden-Württemberg and Berlin elections, though a final decision could take years and monitoring may continue.

via politico.eu|

#afd #court-ruling #extremism

politics3 months ago•5 min saved

CDU leans toward Merkel’s legacy as Merz shifts to the center

At the CDU’s Stuttgart congress, Angela Merkel was warmly welcomed, signaling a cautious return to Merkelism, while Friedrich Merz adopts a centrist stance and appears to broker unity—keeping a wary eye on the AfD and other internal tensions as the party prioritizes governing power over open conflict with Merkel’s legacy.

via politico.eu|

#afd #cdu #friedrich-merz

politics3 months ago•5 min saved

CDU bets on Saxony-Anhalt reshuffle to curb AfD surge

As a crowded year of state elections approaches, Merz’s CDU is trying to blunt the AfD’s rise in eastern Germany, notably in Saxony-Anhalt where veteran premier Haseloff steps down and Sven Schulze takes the lead ahead of the Sept. 6 vote to prevent the far-right from potentially winning a governing majority.

via politico.eu|

#afd #cdu #germany

world3 months ago•4 min saved

Europe marks Holocaust Memorial Day as survivors urge vigilance against rising antisemitism

Europe marked International Holocaust Memorial Day with ceremonies from Auschwitz to Berlin as survivors and leaders warned against forgetting Nazi crimes and confronting rising antisemitism; Tova Friedman will address the Bundestag and challenge the far-right AfD, while memorials, Stolpersteine, and Holocaust education efforts spread across Europe amid concerns about AI-generated misinformation and threats to democracy. With about 1.1 million Jews killed at Auschwitz and roughly 196,600 survivors remaining worldwide, officials noted vandalism at Kiel and urged civil courage to defend democratic values.

via The Guardian|

#afd #antisemitism #auschwitz

politics5 months ago•5 min saved

Learning from Berlin: Strategies to Counter the AfD

The article discusses the rise of right-wing extremism in Germany, focusing on the AfD party, historical parallels with Nazi Germany, and the importance of recognizing and resisting fascist tendencies before they become uncontrollable.

via The Guardian|

#afd #extremism #fascism

world5 months ago•10 min saved

Germany's Geopolitical Ambitions Amid EU Challenges

Germany faces a critical balancing act under Chancellor Merz, who aims to boost defense and economic growth through increased debt spending, but struggles with domestic discontent, economic stagnation, and rising far-right support, risking its leadership role in Europe if reforms falter.

via Foreign Affairs|

#afd #defense-spending #economic-reform

world5 months ago•1 min saved

German Far-Right Lawmaker Faces Charges for Nazi Salute in Parliament

A member of Germany's far-right AfD party, Matthias Moosdorf, has been charged with making a Nazi salute at the Reichstag, an act illegal in Germany, after allegedly greeting a colleague with a Hitler salute in June 2023. Moosdorf, who was stripped of his parliamentary immunity, denies the allegations.

via The Guardian|

#afd #far-right #germany

world5 months ago•8 min saved

Young Republicans Invite Far-Right German Leader After Controversial Remarks

The New York Young Republican Club plans to host Markus Frohnmaier, a far-right German politician from the AfD party, at its gala, amid controversy over the party's extremist reputation and controversial statements, including calls for a 'new civic order' in Germany and the use of Nazi-associated phrases.

via Politico|

#afd #far-right #german-politics

world5 months ago•8 min saved

Protests Erupt in Germany Over Far-Right Youth Group and Rhetoric

Protests erupted across Germany as the far-right AfD founded a new youth group, Generation Deutschland, amid significant opposition and police clashes in Giessen. Meanwhile, other German cities experienced incidents including a criminal explosion in Düsseldorf and a shooting in Cologne, highlighting ongoing social tensions. Additionally, Chemnitz celebrated its year as European Capital of Culture, attracting over 2 million visitors, and political debates continue over EU bans on combustion engines and climate policies.

via DW|

#afd #germany #giessen

world7 months ago•1 min saved

Ex-AfD Aide Sentenced for Spying for China

A former aide to a German far-right politician was sentenced to nearly five years in prison for spying for China, involving passing confidential information and allegedly working for Chinese intelligence since 2002. The case highlights concerns over Chinese espionage activities in the EU, and the politician involved has denied any knowledge or involvement, while also facing separate investigations for corruption and money laundering.

via BBC|

#afd #china #germany

world8 months ago•4 min saved

Far-Right Gains in Germany's State Elections Amid Political Shifts

In Germany's North Rhine-Westphalia state elections, the AfD made significant gains, overtaking the Greens and becoming the strongest right-wing party, while the SPD and Greens lost support. The results reflect shifting political sentiments amid ongoing social and economic issues, with the AfD capitalizing on recent regional crises and dissatisfaction.

via DW|

#afd #elections #germany