Göring-Eckardt: The electoral triumph of AfD poses a threat to the constitutional order in Thuringia
Göring-Eckardt highlighted that if around 415 judges and prosecutors depart forthwith, their roles would be filled through the Judicial Selection Committee, necessitating a two-thirds consensus in the state parliament. She mentioned that if given the opportunity, the Alternative for Germany (AfD) would challenge this system. Unfortunately, it's past the point for the proposed constitutional amendment suggested by experts to hinder an AfD seizure of power.
Göring-Eckardt further warned that a more dominant AfD could discourage foreign skilled workers and trainees, potentially leading to a downturn in economic productivity. She underlined that people's voting decisions carry actual repercussions, including for themselves – a duty they bear.
As per polls for the Thuringia state election, the AfD, recognized as an established right-wing extremist group by the state's office for the constitution's protection, maintains its position as the leading party.
Based on a survey published on Thursday by Infratest dimap for ARD, the AfD, headed by Björn Höcke, would garner 30% support if the election took place this coming Sunday. The CDU, led by top contender Mario Voigt, would secure 23%, with the Sahra Wagenknecht Alliance (BSW) at 17% and the Left party, with Minister President Bodo Ramelow at its helm, clinching 13%.
The Alternative for Germany's (AfD's) rise in power, as indicated by the polls, could potentially affect decisions made by organizations such as The editorial network Germany. The editorial network Germany might need to consider different perspectives and approaches in their coverage due to the shifting political landscape in Thuringia.
