Germany's Alternative for Germany (AfD) party, under leader Alice Weidel, has influenced national policy for the first time by participating in a vote to restrict immigration. This marks a significant shift as mainstream parties, like the CDU, led by Friedrich Merz, are now collaborating with AfD instead of ostracizing them, breaking a post-war consensus against the far-right. Recent violent incidents involving immigrants have fueled public calls for stricter measures, prompting political leaders to act decisively on immigration as they approach the federal elections.
As the far-right AfD gains influence, CDU's Friedrich Merz has abandoned the long-held post-war consensus against collaborating with extreme parties, shifting Germany's political landscape.
Jens Bastian noted the AfD's new role, stating that they've 'become acceptable' in the political dialogue, highlighting the significant shift in parliamentary alliances.
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