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AfD Doubles Vote in Rhineland-Palatinate Amid Economic Fears

3/26/2026

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AfD Surges in Elections

The Alternative for Germany (AfD) scored 19.5% in the Rhineland-Palatinate state election, more than doubling its previous result.
Analysts attribute the gain to fears of job loss and social decline amid economic stagnation, with the AfD focusing on asylum and crime.
Critics say the AfD's neoliberal policies harm its own supporters.
Observers say the rise reflects the Social Democrats' waning connection with workers, and calls grow to reclaim the 'homeland'.

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AfD Reassesses Trump

The far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) is distancing itself from Donald Trump amid the ongoing war in Iran, signaling a shift in public relations before Germany's September elections.
AfD leaders, including Torben Braga, advocate for balanced international relations with countries like Russia and China.
Recent polls indicate that only 15% of Germans view the US as a reliable partner.
The AfD condemned US-Israeli strikes on Iran, claiming they threaten regional stability.
Co-leader Tino Chrupalla criticized Trump for not fulfilling his peace promises, echoing sentiments from France's far-right leaders.

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AfD Surges in Elections

The Alternative for Germany (AfD) scored 19.5% in the Rhineland-Palatinate state election, more than doubling its previous result.
Analysts attribute the gain to fears of job loss and social decline amid economic stagnation, with the AfD focusing on asylum and crime.
Critics say the AfD's neoliberal policies harm its own supporters.
Observers say the rise reflects the Social Democrats' waning connection with workers, and calls grow to reclaim the 'homeland'.

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