How AfD's Alice Weidel went from German pariah to top opposition figure
Briefly

The far-right Alternative fur Deutschland (AfD) party has made substantial political gains, now holding 152 seats in parliament, the second-largest representation since World War II. Co-leader Alice Weidel, credited with this success, has embraced historical rhetoric to galvanize support. Recent events included a modified slogan reminiscent of the Nazi era and endorsements from prominent figures such as Elon Musk. Weidel's unique background contrasts sharply with the party's extremist image, highlighting the complexities of modern far-right political figures in Germany today.
Bjorn Hocke's use of 'Alles fur Deutschland' at rallies reflects a continuity of far-right rhetoric in Germany, demonstrating how historic slogans are woven into contemporary politics.
Alice Weidel has positioned the AfD as a significant political force, doubling its parliamentary representation and promising to challenge the government directly from their newfound prominence.
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