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Germany's far-right AfD look to capitalize on snap election DW 11/08/2024

AfD demands immediate new elections following the collapse of Chancellor Scholz's government, leveraging public discontent to strengthen their political positioning.

FACT CHECK: Has Berlin done away with German citizenship interviews?

The Berlin government is criticized for not changing its migration policy despite delays in citizenship applications, with implications for how citizenship is granted.

Germany's far-right AfD look to capitalize on snap election DW 11/08/2024

AfD demands immediate new elections following the collapse of Chancellor Scholz's government, leveraging public discontent to strengthen their political positioning.

FACT CHECK: Has Berlin done away with German citizenship interviews?

The Berlin government is criticized for not changing its migration policy despite delays in citizenship applications, with implications for how citizenship is granted.
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#german-politics

The Guardian view on the rise of AfD: winning an election won't mean it wins power | Editorial

The AfD's electoral success represents a significant shift towards far-right politics in Germany, challenging the ruling coalition ahead of federal elections.

Germans divided over far-right AfD ban DW 10/11/2024

The far-right AfD party in Germany has gained unprecedented support despite being labeled as right-wing extremist, revealing deep societal divides on political issues.

German far right wins state election for the first time since World War II ended

The far-right AfD party gained significant electoral support in post-WWII Germany state elections, raising concerns about its parliamentary influence.

Far right gains in another German state election, weakening Scholz's grip

Scholz's SPD narrowly won in Brandenburg, indicating ongoing political challenges ahead of the federal elections. High voter turnout reflects significant public interest.

Rise of the anti-immigration AfD threatens Germany's 'firewall' against the far-right

AfD's victory marks a significant shift in German politics, indicating growing influence ahead of elections.

President calls German early election plan 'realistic' DW 11/12/2024

Germany's political landscape is shifting, with an early election set for February 2025 after a collapsing coalition.

The Guardian view on the rise of AfD: winning an election won't mean it wins power | Editorial

The AfD's electoral success represents a significant shift towards far-right politics in Germany, challenging the ruling coalition ahead of federal elections.

Germans divided over far-right AfD ban DW 10/11/2024

The far-right AfD party in Germany has gained unprecedented support despite being labeled as right-wing extremist, revealing deep societal divides on political issues.

German far right wins state election for the first time since World War II ended

The far-right AfD party gained significant electoral support in post-WWII Germany state elections, raising concerns about its parliamentary influence.

Far right gains in another German state election, weakening Scholz's grip

Scholz's SPD narrowly won in Brandenburg, indicating ongoing political challenges ahead of the federal elections. High voter turnout reflects significant public interest.

Rise of the anti-immigration AfD threatens Germany's 'firewall' against the far-right

AfD's victory marks a significant shift in German politics, indicating growing influence ahead of elections.

President calls German early election plan 'realistic' DW 11/12/2024

Germany's political landscape is shifting, with an early election set for February 2025 after a collapsing coalition.
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#germany

Germany: Immigrants in east wary of rising far-right AfD DW 08/28/2024

Nour Al Zoubi faces everyday racism in Thuringia but remains committed to her home despite rising anti-immigration sentiments.

Why support for the far-right AfD is set to surge in eastern Germany

The AfD is experiencing significant electoral support in eastern Germany, posing challenges for Scholz's coalition ahead of national elections.

TikTok helped Germany's far right succeed: researchers DW 09/02/2024

TikTok significantly influenced the far-right AfD's electoral success among young voters in Germany.
AfD emerged as the strongest party among voters aged 18-24, receiving 38% of their votes.

The far right scored its biggest election victory in Germany since World War II

The AfD party's victory in Thuringia marks a significant rise of far-right politics in Germany, reminiscent of the pre-Nazi era.

Germany: Far-right AfD wins first state vote since WWII DW 09/02/2024

The far-right AfD's electoral success reflects rising nationalist sentiments in eastern Germany, signaling challenges for federal elections.

AfD leaders demand inclusion in state coalition talks after election success

The rise of far-right parties in Germany indicates significant political turmoil and potential challenges to democratic governance.

Germany: Immigrants in east wary of rising far-right AfD DW 08/28/2024

Nour Al Zoubi faces everyday racism in Thuringia but remains committed to her home despite rising anti-immigration sentiments.

Why support for the far-right AfD is set to surge in eastern Germany

The AfD is experiencing significant electoral support in eastern Germany, posing challenges for Scholz's coalition ahead of national elections.

TikTok helped Germany's far right succeed: researchers DW 09/02/2024

TikTok significantly influenced the far-right AfD's electoral success among young voters in Germany.
AfD emerged as the strongest party among voters aged 18-24, receiving 38% of their votes.

The far right scored its biggest election victory in Germany since World War II

The AfD party's victory in Thuringia marks a significant rise of far-right politics in Germany, reminiscent of the pre-Nazi era.

Germany: Far-right AfD wins first state vote since WWII DW 09/02/2024

The far-right AfD's electoral success reflects rising nationalist sentiments in eastern Germany, signaling challenges for federal elections.

AfD leaders demand inclusion in state coalition talks after election success

The rise of far-right parties in Germany indicates significant political turmoil and potential challenges to democratic governance.
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#thuringia

Far-right AfD: 'We have a clear mandate to govern' DW 09/01/2024

The AfD has emerged as the strongest party in Thuringia with over 33% of the votes, marking a significant turn in German politics.

Far-right German party to win first state vote since WWII DW 09/01/2024

The far-right AfD is gaining significant support in Thuringia and Saxony, indicating potential shifts for upcoming federal elections.

Germany: Thuringia lawmakers pick CDU speaker, rejecting AfD DW 09/28/2024

The Thuringia parliament's election of a CDU speaker reflects a strong consensus against the far-right AfD despite their electoral success.

Germany: In Thuringia, Merz repeats CDU won't ally with AfD DW 08/21/2024

Friedrich Merz reaffirms CDU's commitment to not ally with AfD ahead of crucial state elections in Thuringia.

Far-right AfD: 'We have a clear mandate to govern' DW 09/01/2024

The AfD has emerged as the strongest party in Thuringia with over 33% of the votes, marking a significant turn in German politics.

Far-right German party to win first state vote since WWII DW 09/01/2024

The far-right AfD is gaining significant support in Thuringia and Saxony, indicating potential shifts for upcoming federal elections.

Germany: Thuringia lawmakers pick CDU speaker, rejecting AfD DW 09/28/2024

The Thuringia parliament's election of a CDU speaker reflects a strong consensus against the far-right AfD despite their electoral success.

Germany: In Thuringia, Merz repeats CDU won't ally with AfD DW 08/21/2024

Friedrich Merz reaffirms CDU's commitment to not ally with AfD ahead of crucial state elections in Thuringia.
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#youth-engagement

German AfD taps into young voters' fears, disillusionment DW 09/25/2024

The AfD has successfully transformed from an older demographic to a youth-centered party by leveraging social media and radical messaging.
Their campaigning strategies include emotional appeals to young voters' fears and nostalgia.

TikTok likely helped far right in German elections: analysts DW 09/02/2024

TikTok's popularity among youth likely enabled the far-right AfD party to achieve record election results among young voters in Germany.

German AfD taps into young voters' fears, disillusionment DW 09/25/2024

The AfD has successfully transformed from an older demographic to a youth-centered party by leveraging social media and radical messaging.
Their campaigning strategies include emotional appeals to young voters' fears and nostalgia.

TikTok likely helped far right in German elections: analysts DW 09/02/2024

TikTok's popularity among youth likely enabled the far-right AfD party to achieve record election results among young voters in Germany.
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#brandenburg

Far-right gains in east Germany could deal blow to economy DW 09/23/2024

The rise of far-right AfD in Brandenburg poses a threat to the region's economy by deterring skilled labor migration. Economic concerns are mounting among experts.

Who are the winners and losers of Germany's key state election in Brandenburg?

The SPD's win in Brandenburg reflects local leadership strength and historical ties rather than broader national support trends.

Far-right gains in east Germany could deal blow to economy DW 09/23/2024

The rise of far-right AfD in Brandenburg poses a threat to the region's economy by deterring skilled labor migration. Economic concerns are mounting among experts.

Who are the winners and losers of Germany's key state election in Brandenburg?

The SPD's win in Brandenburg reflects local leadership strength and historical ties rather than broader national support trends.
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#german-elections

Far right set to win in a German state for the first time since WWII

The Alternative for Germany (AfD) has gained significant electoral momentum in Thuringia, emerging as a leading party, indicating a troubling shift in German politics.

Germany's far-right party likely to make gains in eastern region elections

The AfD is surging in polls for the Thuringia and Saxony elections, potentially reshaping German politics ahead of the 2025 federal elections.

German voters have high hopes for Kamala Harris DW 08/09/2024

German media reports significant shift in US political mood favoring Kamala Harris over Donald Trump. Concerns over escalation in Middle East tensions and Israel's actions. Majority opposed to Israeli military support.

TikTok likely helped far right in elections: researchers DW 09/02/2024

TikTok significantly influenced the electoral success of Germany's AfD, particularly among young voters, reaching far more audience compared to other parties.

Hope in fighting the rise of the far-right in Germany

The rise of the AfD poses significant risks for democracy, influencing both local and national politics in Germany.

TikTok likely helped far right in elections: researchers DW 09/02/2024

TikTok significantly influenced the growing popularity of Germany's AfD among young voters, contributing to their record electoral success.

Far right set to win in a German state for the first time since WWII

The Alternative for Germany (AfD) has gained significant electoral momentum in Thuringia, emerging as a leading party, indicating a troubling shift in German politics.

Germany's far-right party likely to make gains in eastern region elections

The AfD is surging in polls for the Thuringia and Saxony elections, potentially reshaping German politics ahead of the 2025 federal elections.

German voters have high hopes for Kamala Harris DW 08/09/2024

German media reports significant shift in US political mood favoring Kamala Harris over Donald Trump. Concerns over escalation in Middle East tensions and Israel's actions. Majority opposed to Israeli military support.

TikTok likely helped far right in elections: researchers DW 09/02/2024

TikTok significantly influenced the electoral success of Germany's AfD, particularly among young voters, reaching far more audience compared to other parties.

Hope in fighting the rise of the far-right in Germany

The rise of the AfD poses significant risks for democracy, influencing both local and national politics in Germany.

TikTok likely helped far right in elections: researchers DW 09/02/2024

TikTok significantly influenced the growing popularity of Germany's AfD among young voters, contributing to their record electoral success.
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#bjorn-hocke

Germany's regional elections threaten Scholz's coalition DW 08/29/2024

Hocke's AfD is gaining confidence and popularity ahead of elections, potentially marking a shift in political landscape in Germany.

Far-right AfD looking to make German history in Brandenburg state election

The AfD is attracting a new audience beyond just older demographics, indicating a shift in political engagement and the significance of the upcoming regional elections.

A well-known figure in a German far-right party tells his trial he is completely innocent

Bjorn Hocke from AfD claims innocence in trial over Nazi slogan usage.

Prominent figure in German far-right party going on trial over alleged use of Nazi slogan

Bjorn Hocke, a leader in the far-right AfD party, is on trial for using Nazi slogans, impacting his political aspirations.

German far-right leader in court charged with using Nazi slogan

Bjorn Hocke from AfD is on trial for using a Nazi slogan, claiming ignorance. Protests ensued with accusations labeling him as a Nazi.

Germany's regional elections threaten Scholz's coalition DW 08/29/2024

Hocke's AfD is gaining confidence and popularity ahead of elections, potentially marking a shift in political landscape in Germany.

Far-right AfD looking to make German history in Brandenburg state election

The AfD is attracting a new audience beyond just older demographics, indicating a shift in political engagement and the significance of the upcoming regional elections.

A well-known figure in a German far-right party tells his trial he is completely innocent

Bjorn Hocke from AfD claims innocence in trial over Nazi slogan usage.

Prominent figure in German far-right party going on trial over alleged use of Nazi slogan

Bjorn Hocke, a leader in the far-right AfD party, is on trial for using Nazi slogans, impacting his political aspirations.

German far-right leader in court charged with using Nazi slogan

Bjorn Hocke from AfD is on trial for using a Nazi slogan, claiming ignorance. Protests ensued with accusations labeling him as a Nazi.
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#berlin

Tesla may help far-right secure victory in German state election

Tesla's factory success has sparked local discontent, potentially benefiting the far-right AfD party in upcoming elections.

Berlin feels like an island in a swamp of neofascism but the flood waters are rising | Fatma Aydemir

The presence of far-right groups in Eastern Germany contrasts sharply with the sense of safety in multicultural Berlin.

Swamp' talk won't turn the tide against fascism in Germany | Letters

The portrayal of areas surrounding Berlin as neofascist is overly simplistic and fails to acknowledge local diversity and opposition to far-right ideologies.

Tesla may help far-right secure victory in German state election

Tesla's factory success has sparked local discontent, potentially benefiting the far-right AfD party in upcoming elections.

Berlin feels like an island in a swamp of neofascism but the flood waters are rising | Fatma Aydemir

The presence of far-right groups in Eastern Germany contrasts sharply with the sense of safety in multicultural Berlin.

Swamp' talk won't turn the tide against fascism in Germany | Letters

The portrayal of areas surrounding Berlin as neofascist is overly simplistic and fails to acknowledge local diversity and opposition to far-right ideologies.
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#far-right-politics

Opinion | Here's Why Stock Indexes Sank on Tuesday

The rise of far-right parties in Germany reflects a broader trend of populism and extremism impacting democracies globally.

Greens struggle against far-right tide in eastern Germany

The sandstone monument in East Germany symbolizes division as far-right AfD gains popularity ahead of crucial regional elections.

EU's far-right parties expel Germany's AfD from their group

The far-right German party AfD has been expelled from the pan-European parliamentary group due to controversies.

Opinion | Here's Why Stock Indexes Sank on Tuesday

The rise of far-right parties in Germany reflects a broader trend of populism and extremism impacting democracies globally.

Greens struggle against far-right tide in eastern Germany

The sandstone monument in East Germany symbolizes division as far-right AfD gains popularity ahead of crucial regional elections.

EU's far-right parties expel Germany's AfD from their group

The far-right German party AfD has been expelled from the pan-European parliamentary group due to controversies.
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German businesses worried about far-right gains in the east DW 09/02/2024

The AfD's rise in Thuringia and Saxony raises concerns about political stability and investor confidence in former East Germany.

A far-right German party's win has some fearing for the future. Others worry of a return to the past

The rise of the far-right AfD has raised concerns among LGBTQ+ families regarding their safety and future in Germany.

'We need change': Germany's far-right AfD eyes power after state election win

The far-right AfD party has achieved significant electoral success in Thuringia, but faces immense challenges in forming a governing majority.
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Germany: Will a right-wing shift hit businesses and jobs? DW 08/27/2024

The rise of right-wing parties, especially the AfD, is causing concern among investors and labor unions in Saxony ahead of state elections.

(S+) AfD-Spionageaffare: Russland und China im Fokus - Neue Enthullungen belasten die Partei

AfD's patriotic facade is contradicted by suspected ties to Russia and allegations of espionage from China.

Germany: Will a right-wing shift hit businesses and jobs? DW 08/27/2024

The rise of right-wing parties, especially the AfD, is causing concern among investors and labor unions in Saxony ahead of state elections.

(S+) AfD-Spionageaffare: Russland und China im Fokus - Neue Enthullungen belasten die Partei

AfD's patriotic facade is contradicted by suspected ties to Russia and allegations of espionage from China.
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Right-wing group at European Parliament excludes AfD DW 05/23/2024

The European Parliament's populist right-wing alliance expelled the far-right AfD due to scandals around lead candidate Maximilian Krah.

Alternative for Germany MEPs make last-ditch effort to avoid being kicked out of far-right EU Parliament group

AfD top candidate Maximilian Krah halts EU election campaign due to spy and corruption allegations and controversial Waffen-SS comment.

French far right splits with Germany's AfD in EU parliament

Rassemblement National (RN) distancing from AfD due to SS comments, aiming to maintain image for upcoming elections.

Germany raids properties in bribery probe aimed at AfD politician

The investigation targets Petr Bystron, number-two AfD candidate in the EU elections, for bribery and money laundering.

Germany's far-right AfD under mounting pressure DW 05/14/2024

The debate about a possible ban on the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) never really went away, but it is once again getting louder.

Far-right German party can still be kept under surveillance, says court

Germany's far-right AfD party remains labeled as a 'suspected extremist case' by the domestic intelligence service.

China spying: Krah stays on as top AfD European candidate DW 04/24/2024

Maximilian Krah to remain Lead Candidate for AfD in European elections despite aide charged with espionage for China.

German culture scene unites against far-right AfD party DW 04/23/2024

Die Vielen's 'Shield & Shine' campaign aims to unite cultural institutions to combat the rise of right-wing extremism in Germany through art and open forums.

Germany: Far-right leader on trial for using Nazi slogan DW 04/17/2024

Accusations against AfD leader for using Nazi slogan in campaign rally.

Germany: State CDU, AfD leaders clash in Thuringia TV duel DW 04/12/2024

Conservative CDU and far-right AfD clash in Thuringia state elections over migration and Europe.
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