AfD Gains Equal Support to Conservatives in Germany Post-Election Poll

A recent national poll has shown that support for the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party is now equal to that of the country’s conservatives. The survey conducted by the INSA institute for Bild newspaper reveals a significant shift in political dynamics six weeks after Germany’s federal election. The center-right CDU/CSU alliance and AfD both garnered 24% support, indicating a notable rise for the AfD and a decline for the conservatives compared to the last poll conducted in February.

The Social Democrats (SPD), who had their worst election performance, recorded 16% support, indicating no change in their position. The Greens and the Socialist Left Party tied with 11% support. The survey had a sample size of 1,206 voters and was conducted between March 31 and April 4.

Alice Weidel, AfD’s co-chair, responded to the party’s best result ever, stating that there is no avoiding the AfD anymore, suggesting a shift in political dynamics and calling for a “true, bourgeois political shift” away from the ongoing coalition talks between the CDU/CSU and SPD that could result in another left-wing government.

Meanwhile, coalition talks make progress with the CDU’s likely next chancellor, Friedrich Merz, aiming for a government to be formed by Easter. However, discussions continue amid differences in policy, notably financial issues and the potential impact of a trade war with the United States. The latest tariffs from US President Donald Trump have added pressure on parties to quickly agree on a deal, with Germany’s export-based economy expected to be significantly affected.

The article concludes with an emphasis on the significance of the poll results, indicating how the AfD’s rise challenges the traditional political landscape and coalition dynamics in Germany.

Source: https://www.dw.com/en/germany-far-right-afd-draws-level-with-conservatives-poll/a-72150148?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf