AfD wins historic victory in Saxony-Anhalt state election
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Alternative for Germany (AfD)
Saxony-Anhalt, Germany
September 6, 2026
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The far-right AfD won 43.8% of the vote in Saxony-Anhalt, falling just short of an outright majority. The party is seeking coalition partners or informal support to form a government. Mainstream parties, including the CDU, have historically refused to cooperate with the AfD.
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