Germany’s establishment has a plan to contain the far right. Sort of.

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   Germany's establishment struggles to contain far right

   Germany's far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party is gaining momentum, potentially marking a first in the country's postwar history. The establishment has attempted to create a firewall against the AfD, but its effectiveness is uncertain. The AfD is eyeing a win in Saxony-Anhalt as a step toward federal power.

   Why it matters

   The rise of the AfD has significant implications for Germany's politics and society. The party's growing popularity has sparked concerns about the country's far-right movement and its potential impact on the government. The establishment's efforts to contain the AfD are being closely watched, both domestically and internationally.

   What is confirmed

   • The AfD could do something next month that would mark a first in Germany's postwar history.
   • Germany's AfD eyes Saxony-Anhalt win as first step toward federal power.
   • The German far-right party Alternative for Germany (AfD) is gaining momentum.

   Still unconfirmed

   • Germany's firewall against the AfD has completely failed.

   What to watch next

   • The outcome of the Saxony-Anhalt election
   • The AfD's performance in future elections
   • The establishment's response to the AfD's growing popularity
   Sources used for this update (8)

   1. The Economist — How the anti-AfD firewall broke German politics
   2. politico.eu — Germany’s establishment has a plan to contain the far right. Sort of.
   3. Reuters — AfD turns 'Vespa of East Germany' into election campaign vehicle
   4. dw.com — What is the 'political firewall' against Germany's AfD?
   5. Foreign Policy — Germany’s Firewall Has Completely Failed
   6. Reuters — Germany's AfD eyes Saxony-Anhalt win as first step toward federal power
   7. Salon.com — What if the fascists win in Germany?
   8. www.theatlantic.com — The German Far Right Is Poised for a Breakthrough
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