Elections in Europe - Spinning up the German political scene: BSW.
Zimmermann pointed out that the coalition obtained a double-digit score in the vote tally of Saxony, after analyzing 140 out of 418 municipalities. The BSW received 12.7% of the votes and ranked third place following the AfD and CDU, outperforming other parties. He described the situation as an "incredible momentum" towards the forthcoming state election on September 1, 2024: "It's evident to us now - these elections will be unlike any other held five years ago. At that point, numerous citizens found it difficult to decide on which party to choose."
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Sabine Zimmermann, a prominent figure in the BSW, expressed her satisfaction with the party's performance in the European elections, as they secured a double-digit score in Saxony. The German Press Agency reported that the party landscape in Europe saw a significant shift, with the BSW placing third in Saxony, surpassing other parties. The strong showing in the European elections has created a positive atmosphere ahead of the state election in Dresden on September 1, 2024, according to Zimmermann.
Sunday's European elections brought about a revitalized political scene in Germany, with the focus now shifting towards the upcoming state election in Saxony. The result of the European elections has also sparked interest in other European countries, as they observe the changing political landscape in Germany and within the EU. Sahra Wagenknecht, another influential politician, reflected on the significant impact of these elections on Germany's political future.
