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Germany’s Far-Right Celebrates “Historic” Gains In National Elections

Last updated: February 23, 2025 3:16 pm
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Berlin:

Germany’s far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) achieved a significant election result, marking a record-breaking milestone for the party. With 19.5-20 per cent of the vote, the AfD emerged as the second strongest party in the elections, trailing behind the conservative CDU/CSU alliance led by Friedrich Merz. The outcome has raised concerns among many who fear the party’s ascent to government.

Alice Weidel, the party’s top candidate, expressed joy over the historic achievement, proclaiming that the AfD is now firmly established in the political landscape and has never been stronger on a national level. She extended an olive branch to the CDU/CSU for potential collaboration in government, a proposal that was promptly rejected by Merz.

Despite its self-identification as “conservative-libertarian,” the AfD is known for its anti-immigration stance and skepticism towards multiculturalism. The party’s views align with those of US President Donald Trump, drawing support from like-minded individuals both domestically and internationally.

Weidel emphasized the party’s willingness to work towards implementing the will of the people and warned that failure to cooperate with the AfD could result in their overtaking the CDU/CSU in the next election cycle.

Under Weidel’s leadership, the AfD has attempted to moderate some of its more extreme ideologies, distancing itself from past controversies surrounding Nazi rhetoric and Holocaust denial. Despite facing scrutiny and protests, the party has endeavored to present a more mainstream image, engaging in televised debates and reaching out to a broader audience.

The AfD’s popularity is particularly prominent in eastern Germany, where sentiments of nostalgia and discontent with Western integration prevail. However, the party has also garnered support in western regions, with Weidel’s personal background challenging some of the ultra-conservative values traditionally associated with the AfD.

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With its anti-“woke” stance, climate change skepticism, and pro-Russian leanings, the AfD has positioned itself at the forefront of the culture wars dividing liberal democracies. The party’s success in the recent elections reflects a growing polarization within German society and a shift towards more nationalist and populist sentiments.

(This article has been republished from a syndicated feed. The headline remains unchanged.)


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