Brandenburg prepares for regional election that could shape the future of the federal government

The far-right, anti-immigrant Alternative for Germany (AfD) may overtake the center-left Social Democrats (SPD) in Brandenburg after strong showings in two other state elections in eastern Germany. With the election campaign wrapping up ahead of voting on Sunday, the AfD is leading in polls followed by the SPD and the Christian Democratic Union (CDU). If the AfD emerges victorious, it will be the first time since 1990 that the SPD loses its leading position in Brandenburg. The left-wing Sarah Wagenknecht Alliance (BSW) is also expected to make a significant impact in the state parliament following its recent success in eastern German voting. The BSW could potentially play a crucial role in preventing the AfD from becoming part of a new state government. These results are crucial not only for the parties involved but also for the future of SPD’s regional head Dietmar Woidke, who announced that he will retire from politics if the SPD does not win. This upcoming election in Brandenburg could determine the fate of Germany’s national government and has significant implications for the political landscape in the region.

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