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AfD Challenges SPD in Brandenburg State Election
2024-09-18 13:29:09
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AfD Challenges SPD in Brandenburg State Election

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As the Brandenburg state election approaches, the Alternative for Germany (AfD) is leading the polls, placing ahead of the ruling Social Democratic Party (SPD). According to a recent Insa survey, the AfD, led by Hans-Christoph Berndt, stands at 28%, while the SPD follows with 25%.

This marks a significant shift from the 2019 election results, where the SPD emerged victorious with 26.2%. The Christian Democratic Union (CDU) and the Bündnis Sahra Wagenknecht (BSW) trail behind with 16% and 14%, respectively.

Younger voters are notably swayed by the AfD's stance on asylum policy, highlighting a shift in priorities from environmental concerns to immigration and security. The SPD's potential loss could lead to a reconfiguration of coalitions and political strategies, underscoring the dynamic nature of Brandenburg's political landscape.

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Brandenburg’s Political Landscape: Stability Amidst Change

As Brandenburg approaches its state election, CDU's Kai Wegner emphasizes the need for a stable government from democratic center parties. He praises the cooperation with the current state government and hopes to avoid political instability similar to Thuringia. Despite significant economic growth and investments, there is noticeable public anxiety about the future. Since its re-establishment in 1990, Brandenburg has seen the SPD dominate the Minister-President position, even as parliamentary dynamics have shifted. The SPD, CDU, and Die Linke have been mainstays in the Landtag, though voter disinterest remains high. The rise of other parties has diversified the political landscape, with recent elections seeing the AfD and Greens gaining ground. The increasing trend towards mail-in voting and fluctuating gender representation in the parliament highlight ongoing changes. The upcoming election will test whether the SPD can maintain its stronghold amidst these evolving dynamics.

Migration Dominates Brandenburg Election Debate

In the run-up to the Brandenburg state elections, party leaders engaged in a heated televised debate, primarily clashing over migration. SPD's Dietmar Woidke highlighted Brandenburg's reliance on foreign professionals and called for a 'climate of openness'. In contrast, CDU's Jan Redmann argued that the population is overwhelmed by migration, advocating for stricter deportation and limits on immigration. AfD's Hans-Christoph Berndt echoed similar sentiments, suggesting that those no longer needing asylum should be sent back to ease financial burdens. The Left's Sebastian Walter and Benjamin Raschke disagreed, arguing that deporting all foreigners would not solve Brandenburg's issues. They emphasized that high-skilled migrants would be deterred if more parties adopted AfD's stance. Raschke described the migration debate as a 'competition of pettiness', stressing that integration should be a well-funded, continuous effort. Other topics, such as Tesla's establishment in Brandenburg, were discussed. While BSW's Robert Crumbach criticized Tesla's reliability, most candidates praised its presence, with Woidke defending Tesla's water usage. With the election approaching, polls show the AfD leading, followed by the SPD. Woidke has announced he will step down if the SPD fails to secure first place, a position held since 1990. All major parties have ruled out a coalition with the AfD, with Woidke currently governing alongside CDU and Greens.

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17. September 2024 um 18:39

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According to an Insa poll for Märkische Oderzeitung, Lausitzer Rundschau, and Märkische Allgemeine, AfD with top candidate Hans-Christoph Berndt is ahead of SPD led by Minister-President Dietmar Woidke in Brandenburg. CDU with Jan Redmann is in third place, followed by the Alliance of Sahra Wagenknecht. Smaller parties fail to meet the five-percent threshold but can enter via the basic mandate clause. In 2019, the Greens and Free Voters won direct mandates, while in 2014 it was the Left.
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