The extreme-right AfD has won decisively in Saxony-Anhalt, taking nearly 44% of the vote.

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Whether they assume power and govern the state will depend on the actions of other parties, with the small populist BSW indicating it may support them in taking charge.

Irrespective of the exact outcome, this is a major disjuncture in German politics. How the country's democratic parties respond will determine whether the AfD can be prevented from advancing elsewhere, too.

The AfD has exploited widespread dissatisfaction across Germany, as measured in surveys. Many people think that the communities they live in have gotten worse over recent years.........

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