AfD firewall: A long-overdue step, perhaps too late:
The fact that the first CDU state premier wants to tear down the firewall against the AfD may come too late ...
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CDU Premier Seeks New Approach to AfD PoliticsMichael Kretschmer aims to dismantle the AfD barrier despite it possibly being too late given current parliamentary balances.
Key FactsJul 23, 2026 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
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- The existing barrier served as a convenient separation but overlooked the significant AfD voter base in eastern Germany.
- The AfD, despite controversial views, has become an established part of Germany’s political landscape, especially in the East.
- Excluding the AfD risks alienating its voters and increasing the chance of an absolute AfD majority.
- Michael Kretschmer’s attempt to break down the barrier is seen as delayed but necessary.
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