German Far-Left Party Membership Soars Ahead of Election
With less than two weeks until Germany’s national election, Die Linke (The Left party) has seen a surge in membership, reaching a record high of 81,200. This influx of nearly 23,500 new members since the start of the year is attributed to growing anxieties over a perceived rightward shift in German politics. The new members are notably younger and more female, potentially broadening the party’s appeal. This significant increase fuels hopes of surpassing the 5 percent threshold required for Bundestag representation.
John Q. Hosedrinker