Germany is facing a surge in political violence as the country gears up for crucial elections in the state of Brandenburg. With the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) gaining momentum in recent polls, concerns have been raised over the safety of local officials and election workers.
In the wake of elections in Thuringia and Saxony, where the far-right saw significant gains, new polling indicates a similar trend in Brandenburg. The AfD is currently ahead of the governing Social Democrats (SPD), with the conservative Christian Democrats (CDU) in third place and the Sahra Wagenknecht Alliance (BSW) in fourth. However, both the CDU and BSW have lost points since the last survey.
The rise of the far-right in Germany has been accompanied by a disturbing increase in political violence. Recent attacks, death threats, and intimidation have targeted local officials and election workers who often have little to no official protection. This worrying trend has raised alarm bells about the threat to German democracy.
In response to the growing concerns, DW reports from the city of Cottbus in Brandenburg. As the country approaches the upcoming state election, the issue of political violence and its implications for democracy are at the forefront of public debate.
It remains to be seen how the political landscape in Germany will evolve in the coming weeks. As the country grapples with the rise of the far-right and the specter of political violence, the outcome of the state election in Brandenburg will undoubtedly have far-reaching consequences for the future of German politics.
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