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As Germany approaches its federal elections, looming fears about the emergence of the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party add another layer of complexity. The AfD's growing influence since the 2015 migration crisis signifies a shift in voter sentiment towards parties that address their discontent with the status quo. Such insurgent parties have become a response to the perceived failure of centrist politicians to listen to the electorate.
With one-fifth of German voters still undecided ahead of the election, there's a palpable uncertainty about the political landscape. The rise of the AfD signals that many citizens are no longer willing to be labeled as extremists or racists for voicing their concerns over tight border controls and rising crime.