Upcoming European elections. - State election official observes people's parties rapidly declining in prominence.
Voter participation fluctuated significantly across districts, reaching 69.8% in Steglitz-Zehlendorf - known for its more affluent population - while dipping to 54.6% in Marzahn-Hellersdorf and Spandau, both lying on the capital's outskirts.
The city was divided into western districts dominated by the CDU, central ones led by the Greens which included Innenstadt, Pankow, and Neukölln, and the eastern districts where the AfD earned the top spot.
Bröchler commented that, despite a few minor hiccups like absent keys for classrooms converted into polling stations, general proceedings ran fairly well. Regrettably, six districts announced an escalation in late cancellations from their assisting staff.
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The Free Democratic Party (FDP) saw a slight increase in votes in some western districts, such as Steglitz-Zehlendorf. The FDP, known for its pro-European Union stance, aims to represent Berlin's population in the upcoming European elections. Despite the general decline in prominence of parties, Stephan Bröchler, the Berlin state election official, expressed satisfaction with the overall conduct of the elections in Berlin. The EU elections are of significant importance as they will determine Berlin's representation in the European Parliament, which plays a crucial role in shaping Europe's future.
