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East Germans' voting habits can be understood by a scientist.

Astrid Lorenz, a social scientist from Leipzig, finds the voting behavior of East Germans who approve of the Alternative for Germany (AfD) not surprising. According to her comments to the German Press Agency on Monday, "a significant portion of East Germans have long felt that their concerns...

Astrid Lorenz, professor of politics at the University of Leipzig.
Astrid Lorenz, professor of politics at the University of Leipzig.

Upcoming European and regional polls - East Germans' voting habits can be understood by a scientist.

"These underrepresented positions cause frustration for those involved, viewing this as a flaw in democracy that should favor the majority, rather than a small party like the Greens, Professor said. In such an environment, the current federal government's actions and public appearances have been met with significant criticism. Many desire a different policy and choose other parties, believing the ruling ones are out of touch. This trend could carry over to the upcoming state elections. The Alliance Wagenknecht, led by Sahra Wagenknecht, is expected to have significant influence in Saxony."

During the recent European election held in Saxony, the AfD - a party marked as right-wing extremist by the state Constitution protection agency - clinched victory. Initial results revealed that the party received an impressive 31.8% of the votes. The CDU suffered defeat, winning only 21.8% of the votes. The Alliance Sahra Wagenknecht, which began from scratch, managed to secure 12.6% of the votes. The SPD received 6.9%, the Greens attained 5.9%, and the Left had 4.9%.

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  1. This trend of dissatisfaction with the ruling parties may also impact the upcoming local elections in Germany, particularly in regions like Saxony.
  2. The European Union has expressed concern over the increasing approval rating of far-right parties like the AfD in Germany, particularly in light of recent elections in Saxony.
  3. The Alliance Wagenknecht, led by Sahra Wagenknecht, gained significant support in the recent local elections in Leipzig, a city located in the state of Saxony, Germany.
  4. The German Press Agency reported that the topic of climate change was a major point of discussion in the municipal elections, with many voters expressing a desire for stronger environmental policies.
  5. The attention towards Ukraine's political situation has also influenced the voting patterns in Germany, with some voters showing support for parties that advocate for a more pro-Europe stance.
  6. Despite the victory of the AfD in the recent European elections in Saxony, many politicians and scholars have urged for a return to democracy and the promotion of democratic values in Germany.
  7. The recent local elections in Germany have highlighted the need for parties to address the concerns of their constituents, particularly in regard to issues like the economy, climate change, and immigration, in order to win their approval.

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