Local governments - The AfD also secures victories in local elections in the region of Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania.
The left party, once boasting 16.3% in the local elections five years ago, saw a drastic decline to 8.8%. The SPD also found itself facing a loss, dropping from 15.4% to 12.7%. The Wagenknecht Party (BSW) managed to snag 6.1%, despite only fielding candidates in three out of the six districts and in Rostock. The Green Party's results were severely affected, shrinking from 10.3% to 5.5%. The FDP narrowly edged out the Free Voters, securing 2.8% compared to 1.8%. The voter turnout was markedly higher, with 64.4% participating compared to 57.2% in the previous election.
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In the upcoming European elections, the AfD aims to replicate its success in local governance in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania. Despite the SPD and The Left experiencing losses in the recent local elections, the CDU still holds the top position in many municipalities across the region. The voter favorability towards traditional parties seems to be shifting, with the SPD and The Left facing challenges in securing support in Schwerin and other municipalities. The Green Party's poor performance in the local elections has led to questions about their strategy for the European elections. The FDP and the Free Voters are also prepping for the European elections, hoping to capitalize on their modest gains in the local polls.
