Left Party co-leader Jan van Aken cheered as the party secured an impressive 8.8% of the vote in recent elections, marking a notable jump from 3% in December. Despite difficulties in previous years, including the departure of Sahra Wagenknecht to form her own party and diminished EU representation, the Left Party managed to excel, especially among young voters. Political scientist Antonios Souris attributes this success to the party’s strong social media presence, particularly among 18 to 24-year-olds, where they topped the polls with 25%. The party’s focus on socio-political issues, such as rising rents, low wages, and inflation, resonated with voters who felt neglected by other parties. The Left Party has proposed measures to address these issues, including tax cuts on essential items and a reformed debt brake to finance infrastructure investment. They have also taken a clear stance against the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD), advocating for peace and diplomacy in response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

Source: https://www.dw.com/en/how-germany-s-left-party-made-its-big-election-comeback/a-71338903?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf