Could Eastern Germany reshape the country's political landscape? | DW News

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Polls in Saxony-Anhalt suggest the AfD could be heading for a historic result. As Germany's super election year continues, the vote is being seen as a crucial test of both the country's political direction and Chancellor Friedrich Merz's coalition. What explains the party's support, and what could the outcome mean for Germany? 00:00 Far-right AfD hopes for historic election victory 00:27 AfD leads in the polls in the east German state of Saxony-Anhalt 01:50 People feel left behind and want change 03:14 State elections as blueprint for general elections? 03:41 Merz warns of AfD victory and far-right government 04:04 DW correspondent Matthew Moore reports from Quedlinburg in Saxony-Anhalt 04:17 Why a Merz rally was cancelled 05:29 Immigration, Ukraine support, economic situation are key issues for voters 07:05 Protest against Berlin or fundamental shift in Germany’s political landscape? 08:22 What exactly happens if the AfD wins? For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ Follow DW on

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