AFD claims 44% of vote in German election, sparking worries over EU stability and far-right rise
‘The AFD got 44% of the vote’ in a recent German state election, raising concerns about EU stability.
Professor Tim Harcourt from UTS discusses the implications of the far-right’s rise in Germany
The AFD capitalised on anti-immigration and anti-renewables sentiments among Gen X voters.
Germany’s economic decline and fear of institutional threats have fueled this political shift.
Future elections could see further gains for far-right parties across Europe.
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