The German left-wing party Die Linke has commissioned an internal strategy paper outlining contingency measures in the event that the Alternative for Germany (AfD) wins the upcoming state election in Saxony-Anhalt.
The document, described as a secret internal memo, explores various scenarios for how the party should respond if the far-right party takes control of the state government in September.
The preparation of such a document underscores the growing anxiety within Germany’s traditional political establishment regarding the AfD’s electoral momentum.
Saxony-Anhalt is viewed as a critical bellwether for the far-right’s ability to govern at the state level, following its strong performance in recent regional polls.
The internal debate reflects a broader struggle among opposition parties to define a coherent response to the shifting political landscape.
This development comes as the AfD has intensified its campaign in the region, recently unveiling a detailed 100-day program aimed at demonstrating its readiness to assume power.