A vote for the far right: In this vocational school class, almost everyone voted for the AfD—why?
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Almost All Vocational Students Voted AfDIn the 2026 Rhineland-Palatinate election, AfD became the leading party with strong youth backing under age 25.
Key FactsApr 6, 2026 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: spiegel.de
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- The AfD received notably high support from voters younger than 25 during the Rhineland-Palatinate state election.
- Nearly all students in one vocational class cast their ballots for the AfD, indicating underlying reasons.
- The young voters cited various motivations that extend beyond straightforward political preferences.
- This outcome highlights increasing AfD backing within specific segments of the youth population.
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