Political Tensions in Riesa: Protests and Elections

The recent AfD party conference in Riesa highlighted significant political tensions in Germany. Despite the presence of 10,000 demonstrators opposing the event, Alice Weidel emerged as the party's first chancellor candidate.

The atmosphere was charged, with reports of police violence, including the use of pepper spray and dogs against protesters. While only around 130 AfD politicians attended, the party still has yet to finalize its election manifesto.

In contrast, the Green party’s campaign event featuring Robert Habeck drew immense crowds, with thousands turned away due to capacity limits. These contrasting situations illustrate the current political landscape, characterized by fierce opposition and heightened public interest as the upcoming election approaches.