The AfD, classified by Germany's intelligence agency as 'confirmed right-wing extremist,' is currently contesting this label in court. In the meantime, its classification has been suspended, prompting celebrations by the party. A majority of Germans believe the AfD's platform undermines democracy. As the new government considers a possible ban on the party, tensions rise over how to address its influence. While supporters advocate for a ban to preserve democracy, opponents warn it could exacerbate societal divisions, underscoring the challenging balance between democracy and extremism in Germany.
If it comes to the conclusion that the AfD does not endanger the basic democratic order, we will have to continue to deal with it in parliament." Kiess told DW. "But if the result is that it is indeed a threat, then we will still have to deal with the issue of social division. But at least we no longer have an actor who deliberately and intentionally promotes this division.
Opponents argue that this would further promote social division and that 10 million AfD voters would not simply disappear. Supporters of the ban insist that enemies of democracy should not be put in a position to able to destroy democracy.
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