AfD pension policy scrutinized: Costs, statistics and constitutional hurdles AfD pension policy analyzed: official data, OECD comparisons, and why plans to lift the pension level to 70% would add €165bn …
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AfD reaches record 41 percent in Saxony-Anhalt poll, doubles its support
by Hans Ottoby Hans OttoAfD surge in Sachsen-Anhalt poll puts party at 41% ahead of 6 September 2026 election AfD surge in Sachsen-Anhalt poll: Infratest dimap shows AfD 41% and CDU 26% four months …
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Rhineland-Palatinate amends constitution to block AfD from unilaterally launching inquiry committees
by Hans Ottoby Hans OttoRhineland-Palatinate constitution change limits AfD’s ability to unilaterally launch investigation committees Rhineland-Palatinate constitutional change bars AfD from unilaterally launching inquiry committees, sparking debate over minority rights and democratic norms. The …
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German coalition admits it cannot halt AfD surge ahead of Saxony-Anhalt
by Hans Ottoby Hans OttoGermany coalition crisis deepens after Villa Borsig clash, analysts say A sharp confrontation between the chancellor and vice-chancellor at Villa Borsig two weeks ago has crystallized what many officials now …
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AfD NRW expels Alexander Eichwald after Hitler-style speech at Generation Deutschland event
by Hans Ottoby Hans OttoAfD expels Alexander Eichwald after Hitler-style speech at youth event AfD expels Alexander Eichwald after a Hitler-style speech at the Generation Deutschland founding in Gießen in Nov.; party upholds suspension …
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AfD surge threatens CDU as government failures deepen eastern discontent
by Hans Ottoby Hans OttoSaxony premier warns of economic “spiral” as AfD support grows Saxony minister-president warns Germany risks an economic “spiral” and rising AfD support unless policymakers act decisively on energy costs, public …
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Desiderius-Erasmus Foundation seeks taxpayer funding despite AfD connections
by Hans Ottoby Hans OttoDesiderius-Erasmus Foundation Set to Receive Federal Funding, Sparking Debate Over State Support for AfD‑Linked Group Desiderius-Erasmus Foundation could receive taxpayer funding under a 2026 budget allocation, raising concerns about public …
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Passive Populism in Germany: How Centrist Retreats Paved the Way for the AfD’s Rise Passive populism in Germany saw centrist parties avoid hard choices, opening space for the AfD to …
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Business
AfD candidate Felix Teichner challenges Uckermark CDU incumbent as businesses weigh cooperation
by Leo Müllerby Leo MüllerAfD and Business Cooperation Take Center Stage in Uckermark Landrat Race AfD and business cooperation dominate Uckermark’s landrat race as Felix Teichner challenges incumbent Karina Dörk, spotlighting jobs, energy and …
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German Finance Ministry denies windfall as Bundestag rejects AfD fuel rebate claims
by Hans Ottoby Hans OttoGermany’s tank rebate debate exposes contradictions in fuel pricing and climate policy Germany’s tank rebate debate reveals mixed government signals as the finance ministry denies tax windfalls and MPs clash …