How Far Right AfD Breakthrough May Cause Absolute Chaos in Germany The Alternative for Germany (AfD) has long been a thorn in the side of mainstream German politics.
However, Sunday's regional election in Saxony Anhalt marked a watershed moment, with the far right party securing nearly 44% of the vote and coming within three seats of an absolute majority.
This result is not surprising, given Eastern Germany's economic woes and decades of neglect. The region has long been a hotbed of discontent, with simmering resentments towards the federal government in Berlin.