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Germany's Migrant Welcome Plummets Amid Rising Far-Right Support

9/1/2025

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In 2017, 84% of migrants in Germany felt welcome, decreasing to 65% in 2023.
This decline aligns with the tenth anniversary of Angela Merkel's "Wir schaffen das" message.
Support for the far-right AfD has risen due to concerns about crime and integration.
Germany's labor shortage emphasizes the necessity for enhanced community cohesion.

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Story summary

In 2017, 84% of migrants in Germany felt welcome, decreasing to 65% in 2023.
This decline aligns with the tenth anniversary of Angela Merkel's "Wir schaffen das" message.
Support for the far-right AfD has risen due to concerns about crime and integration.
Germany's labor shortage emphasizes the necessity for enhanced community cohesion.