Thu Feb 27 07:48:17 UTC 2025: ## German Youth Vote Driven by TikTok and Multiple Crises, Expert Says
**BERLIN** – A surge in support for both far-right and far-left parties among young German voters is being driven by a confluence of factors, including the influence of social media platforms like TikTok and a series of overlapping crises, according to Carl Muhlbach, director of the think tank FiscalFuture.
Muhlbach points to the impact of short-form video platforms, where easily digestible and often emotionally charged content can sway opinions, as a significant factor contributing to the polarization of young voters. The current climate of multiple crises – economic uncertainty, climate change concerns, and the war in Ukraine – further complicates the political landscape and fuels the appeal of parties offering radical solutions. He suggests that these crises, amplified by social media’s echo chambers, are pushing young voters towards extreme ends of the political spectrum rather than centrist options. The exact dynamics of this influence are currently under investigation, but the trend is undeniable.
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