- Multitudes take to the streets, championing inclusivity, in anticipation of the upcoming state vote.
Before the forthcoming local election, countless individuals in Dresden flocked to the streets, showcasing their unity, diversity, and support for democracy. Approximately 70 various organizations, groups, and communities extended invitations to the significant event named "Tolerade." Lennart Happe, one of the organizers, stated, "We aim to convey a strong message that we won't succumb, no matter the election results." Following a gathering at Neustadt train station, attendees and 17 vividly decorated trucks made their way through the city center.
Allegedly, the authorities suggested that roughly 2,000 people attended this event. However, the organizers hinted at an estimated 8,000 individuals participating in the subsequent demonstration. Initially, the authorities reported that the gathering was peaceful.
On Sunday, around 3.3 million inhabitants in the state were entrusted with casting their votes. The outcome remains unpredictable, just as five years ago, with CDU and AfD neck and neck in surveys. Meanwhile, SPD, Greens, and the Leftists anxiously anticipate their possible return to the parliament.
The local election to the Landtag is the topic of discussion for the anticipated voting day on Sunday. Despite different estimates, the participation in the demonstration leading up to the Election to the Landtag was significant, with organizers claiming 8,000 attendees, while authorities suggested 2,000.
