Eastern German voters went to the polls on September 20 with the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) positioned to gain ground or face a backlash. The election outcome could reshape the political landscape.
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Elections in eastern Germany on Sunday could galvanize the Alternative for Germany, an ascendant far-right party, or spur a backlash.
All of Germany in discussions about whether Merz‘s chancellorship ends tonight and whether it is even useful that we discuss it. (No and no, imho) www.nytimes.com/2026/09/20/w... Elections in eastern Germany on Sunday could galvanize the Alternative for Germany, an ascendant far-right party, or spur a backlash.