The far right's rise: Is Germany at a breaking point? | To the Point

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Saxony-Anhalt faces a pivotal election. The AfD, led by top candidate Ulrich Siegmund, is polling strongly and could achieve a historic breakthrough. What would an AfD victory mean for the state, and what impact could it have on Germany as a whole? On "To the Point", our guests discuss the rise of the AfD, the shifting political landscape, voter concerns, and the potential consequences of this election. Chapters: 01:40 Far-right parties are generally on the rise across Europe 03:00 Why are people in Saxony-Anhalt voting for the AfD? 04:30 The AfD is adopting Trump’s MAGA strategies 06:15 Video: The AfD’s political agenda in Saxony-Anhalt 08:25 Voters in Saxony-Anhalt have concerns about the economy, migration and security 09:20 The AfD has successfully mobilized disaffected voters 11:00 AfD voters say Germany is not a true democracy 13:00 For a long time German media did not give the AfD a platform 15:20 Video: Who is Ulrich Siegmund, the AfD’s lead candidate in Saxony-Anhal

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