Mon Sep 02 16:44:09 UTC 2024: – Alternative for Germany (AfD), a far-right nationalist party blaming immigrants for problems, won seats in Thüringen and Saxony elections
– AfD under domestic surveillance for posing threat to Germany’s constitution
– Growing frustration among German voters over wave of migrants and stagnant economy
– Parties in power nationally suffered big losses in state elections, indicating shift to the right in upcoming national election
– Sahra Wagenknecht Alliance (BSW) won seats with anti-immigration stance, posing challenge to Social Democrats
– Trend towards stricter immigration rules and focus on economy seen in Germany and other parts of Europe

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