Brandenburg election features final campaign efforts and concert ahead of voting

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As Brandenburg prepares for its state election on Sunday, political campaigns reached their final stages with a mix of last-minute efforts from parties and a concert in Potsdam aimed at opposing the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD).

On Saturday, campaigning activities were relatively low-key, with most parties winding down their events. The Christian Democratic Union (CDU) hosted the only formal campaign event, featuring national leader Friedrich Merz and state party head Jan Redmann. The CDU is currently polling third, trailing both the Social Democratic Party (SPD) and the AfD. Merz emphasized the CDU's distinction from the AfD, asserting that while they advocate for reducing the number of refugees, they do not do so with xenophobic rhetoric.

Meanwhile, SPD Premier Dietmar Woidke focused on flood defenses in response to rising waters from central Europe, expressing hope for a strong showing for his party. He highlighted Brandenburg’s values of openness and democracy.

In Potsdam, a concert took place featuring several German bands, underlining opposition to the AfD and advocating for political stability. This event coincided with broader concerns about the AfD's rising influence, following their recent successes in other eastern German states.

Additionally, a legal challenge by the Animal Protection Party for more media coverage was denied by Germany’s Constitutional Court, emphasizing the criteria for representation in election reporting.