Germany's Far Right Landslide: A Warning Sign for Merkel's Government The recent regional election in Saxony Anhalt has sent shockwaves through German politics.
The far right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party secured a resounding victory, winning 43. 8% of the vote and 39 lawmakers in an 83 member parliament.
Although this represents a significant achievement, it falls just three seats short of an absolute majority. The AfD's success in Saxony Anhalt reflects deep seated discontent with the current national government.