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Germany's Far-Right AfD Surges in Saxony, Nearing Election Breakthrough

September 4, 2026

Summary

Germany's nationalist Alternative for Germany (AfD) party is poised to win a state election for the first time in Saxony, despite warnings that its policies would negatively impact businesses and its continued ties to extremists.

Coverage by lane

Left

  • Germany’s far right eyes election breakthrough as AfD surges in Saxony
  • Germany’s Far Right, Edging Close to Power, Remains Close to Extremists
  • Germany: Is Saxony-Anhalt's economy really struggling?

Center

  • Germany’s Far Right Stirs Business Fears Ahead of State Vote

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