'The Far Right's Rise: Isolation Crumbling'
The Alternative for Germany (AfD) has won 20% of the vote in its most successful election to date, despite being kept out of government. The AfD's radical policies, including restricting migration and disbanding the European Union, have made it a polarizing force in German politics. Despite its isolation, the party is gaining momentum, with leader Alice Weidel claiming that "next time we'll come first" if it fails to join a coalition.
- As the AfD continues to gain ground, it's clear that its brand of populist nationalism is resonating with an increasingly frustrated electorate, and that the traditional mainstream parties will need to adapt their strategies to counter this growing threat.
- How will the AfD's continued rise impact Germany's relationship with Russia and China, which appear to be fueling its radicalization?