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Thuringia votes: Everything about the state election in Erfurt on September 1st!
On September 1, 2024, Thuringian voters will be called to the state elections, and tensions in the region are growing. With 1.66 million eligible voters invited to vote, an important day for state politics is expected. The elections are not only an assessment of the work of the previous government, but also a touchstone for the future political direction of the state. To ensure this, citizens have 15 parties to choose from, with each candidate being given the opportunity to…
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AfD calls for political change: Important election decisions in Saxony and Thuringia
On September 1, 2024, Alice Weidel, a leading figure in the Alternative for Germany (AfD), made a strong appeal to her supporters on social media. In a tweet, Weidel encouraged her followers to vote for the AfD with both votes in the upcoming elections in Saxony and Thuringia. Her goal: to initiate a political turnaround not only at the state level, but throughout Germany. Weidel, known for her powerful and often provocative statements, used the opportunity to point out the…
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Elections in the East: A look at the political changes in Saxony and Thuringia
The elections taking place this weekend in Saxony and Thuringia are of historic importance. These two federal states were faced with a new political reality following the reunification of Germany. On October 14, 1990, citizens in Thuringia and Saxony were allowed to vote in secret state elections for the first time, having previously only participated in so-called sham elections organized by the SED, the Socialist Unity Party of Germany. Real democracy was tested at that time and the results were…
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Thuringia votes: Who will come first in an uncertain race?
The political situation in Thuringia is becoming increasingly complex as the state election approaches. Recent polls show that the Alternative for Germany (AfD) is likely to be the strongest party in the new state parliament, but the likelihood of forming a coalition with it is extremely low. This makes for an exciting and uncertain election period, as the question remains whether a majority without the AfD is possible. According to the current ZDF political barometer, Bodo Ramelow of the Left…
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Elections in Thuringia and Saxony: A test for the political landscape
In the eastern states of Thuringia and Saxony, crucial elections are taking place today, which are seen as a test of the mood ahead of the 2025 federal election. There is great excitement, as the Alternative for Germany (AfD) can expect record results of around 30 percent, according to polls. However, the challenge for the AfD is that it is unlikely to find coalition partners to gain government. A new player, the newly founded party Bündnis Sahra Wagenknecht, could make…
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Strong support in Erfurt: AfD’s final campaign spurt
The leading candidate of the Alternative for Germany (AfD), Alice Weidel, thanked her supporters in Erfurt for the wonderful reception she received at the end of the election campaign today. This emotional conclusion marks a significant moment for Weidel and her party, who want to shape the future of Germany with both votes in Saxony and Thuringia tomorrow. AfD members and supporters gathered in large numbers in Erfurt, a city of historical significance and considered a strategic point in the…
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Saxony election 2024: CDU ahead of AfD in the final spurt – decisions imminent
The 2024 elections are just around the corner in the Free State of Saxony, and the political course is being hotly debated. Next Sunday is the time when citizens will be called upon to cast their votes. In recent days, preparations for the election have continued to heat up, while polls paint an exciting picture: The CDU under the leadership of Michael Kretschmer is holding its ground with a narrow lead over the AfD. The election campaign has already brought…
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Thuringia before the election: Portraits of the top candidates
The state elections in Thuringia are just around the corner and political tensions are palpable. Voters can expect a competition between various parties and their leading candidates who want to secure or expand their influence in the state. The AfD is currently leading in polls and the CDU wants to return to power after a decade. But the challenges for the incumbent parties are enormous. The current Prime Minister and leading candidate of the Left Party, Bodo Ramelow, has had…
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“Erfurt shows its flag: Protests against AfD before state elections”
Over 2,500 people gathered today in the Thuringian state capital of Erfurt to demonstrate against the Alternative for Germany (AfD). The protest was organized by the "Auf die Plätze" alliance and took place immediately before the state elections taking place in Thuringia on Sunday. The demonstrators marched through the city center with the aim of reaching the cathedral square, where the AfD wanted to hold its final rally for the election campaign. The alliance has set itself the goal of…
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Erfurt sets an example: Protest against the AfD before the state elections
In Erfurt, the capital of Thuringia, a major protest against the Alternative for Germany (AfD) took place one day before the crucial state election. Hundreds of people gathered on a Friday to raise their voices against the far-right politics and the AfD's presence in society. This demonstration was organized by an alliance called "Auf die Platz" (Get your seats), which wanted to send a clear message: the city should not serve as a platform for extreme right-wing propaganda. The demonstration…