Local governments - Approximately 3.3 million Saxons are urged to cast their ballots.
The urn process is both a gauge for the upcoming state elections on September 1st in Saxony and a demonstration of the AfD's power. In the European elections of 2019, the AfD emerged as the most dominant force in Saxony. In contrast, the local elections saw free voter associations and the CDU come out on top.
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The European Parliament is closely watching the local elections in Saxony, Germany, as they serve as a precursor to the state elections. On Sunday, approximately 3.3 million Saxons will head to the polls for these local elections. The EU has expressed interest in the outcomes, particularly as they relate to the representation of Saxony in the European Parliament.
Despite the AfD's strong performance in the EU elections held in 2019, where they became the most dominant force in Saxony, the local elections showed a different trend. Free voter associations and the CDU emerged as the winners in these municipal elections. The wins in households and municipalities across Saxony have boosted the confidence of these political parties.
Following the local elections, attention will shift to the upcoming state elections in Saxony on September 1st. The results of these elections will not only impact the local government but also shape the political landscape of Germany within the EU. Kamenz, one of the municipalities in Saxony, is expected to play a significant role in these political shifts.
