Author: Ewan Somerville

The far-right party, Alternativ für Deutschland (AfD), is poised to potentially win its first election in Brandenburg, known as a stronghold for Germany’s social democrats. With millions of voters heading to the polls, the AfD’s possible victory would be a significant blow to Chancellor Olaf Scholz’s center-left Social Democratic Party (SPD). This potential win follows the AfD’s recent successes in other regional elections, showcasing a shift in the country’s political landscape. Despite the uncertainty surrounding the outcome, a victory for the AfD would challenge Scholz’s leadership and could impact his chances in next year’s federal elections. While the AfD is…