The AfD party managed to grow in areas that were abandoned by traditional parties, regions marked by economic problems and lack of access to essential services such as hospitals and nurseries. This expansion reflects the growing discontent among voters in these regions.
Commentator Miguel Baumgartner highlighted the exceptional voter turnout in Saxony-Anhalt, which exceeded 70%, describing it as a "monstrous participation." This high turnout rate contrasts with typical participation patterns in regional elections.
The article suggests that the AfD's success is directly linked to its ability to capture votes in areas forgotten by established parties, where economic and social difficulties created a sense of abandonment that traditional parties failed to address.
