Germany's AfD Adopts Radical Manifesto Ahead of Saxony-Anhalt Elections
The far-right Alternative für Deutschland (AfD) party has officially adopted a radical government programme for the eastern German state of Saxony-Anhalt, where it currently leads in opinion polls. This move positions the party to potentially secure an outright majority in the September regional elections, which would mark the first time a far-right party holds power in a German state since World War II. The 150-page manifesto includes strict anti-immigration measures, such as consistent deportations and the controversial concept of remigration, specifically targeting Ukrainians and those with non-German backgrounds. It also advocates for improved relations with Russia, directly contradicting the federal government's support for Ukraine. Ulrich Siegmund, the AfD’s top candidate, framed the election as a historic opportunity for a political turnaround in Germany. Critics, including left-wing politician Eva von Angern, have condemned the plans as a nightmare scenario for democracy, warning of authoritarian tendencies. Despite the state branch being classified as a far-right extremist organization, the AfD continues to gain traction nationwide, having secured significant seats in the last federal election.
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Germany's AfD Adopts Radical Manifesto Ahead of Saxony-Anhalt Elections
The far-right Alternative für Deutschland (AfD) party has officially adopted a radical government programme for the eastern German state of Saxony-Anhalt, where it currently leads in opinion polls. This move positions the party to potentially secure an outright majority in the September regional elections, which would mark the first time a far-right party holds power in a German state since World War II. The 150-page manifesto includes strict anti-immigration measures, such as consistent deportations and the controversial concept of remigration, specifically targeting Ukrainians and those with non-German backgrounds. It also advocates for improved relations with Russia, directly contradicting the federal government's support for Ukraine. Ulrich Siegmund, the AfD’s top candidate, framed the election as a historic opportunity for a political turnaround in Germany. Critics, including left-wing politician Eva von Angern, have condemned the plans as a nightmare scenario for democracy, warning of authoritarian tendencies. Despite the state branch being classified as a far-right extremist organization, the AfD continues to gain traction nationwide, having secured significant seats in the last federal election.
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