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Germany’s Left party vows to block far-right surge in 2026 state vote

Can a grassroots movement halt the far-right’s rise? The Left party bets on local strength—and a bold demand to outlaw its rivals. The stakes couldn’t be higher.

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Left State Leader Herbst: Party well-prepared for election - Germany’s Left party vows to block far-right surge in 2026 state vote

The Left party in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania is gearing up for the 2026 state election, positioning itself as a bulwark against the far-right. It seeks to prevent a 'blue wave' and has called for a ban on the AfD party.

The Left party is confident in its strong local roots across the state, which it plans to leverage in the upcoming election. It is emphasizing unity and a fresh start, aiming to inspire voters with its message.

The party's stance on the far-right is clear. It supports a ban on the AfD party, believing that a resilient democracy cannot wait until such enemies of the constitution gain power. The Left party is thus presenting itself as an anti-fascist force, countering the perceived rightward shift in the region.

As the 2026 state election in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern approaches, The Left party is preparing confidently, emphasizing unity and a fresh start. Its stance against the far-right is firm, with a call for a ban on the AfD party. The party is relying on its strong local roots and aims to prevent a 'blue wave', despite the lack of publicly available information on its candidate.

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