Heavily supported in eastern states, the Alternative for Germany is using a GDR cultural icon, the Schwalbe moped, in its campaigning. Now, the Jewish heir of the manufacturer is fighting to protect his family's legacy. The AfD has strengthened its hardline leadership despite ongoing scrutiny from Germany's domestic intelligence agencies.
Co-leader Alice Weidel says the far-right party is ready to govern after strong polling gains. Germany's far-right AfD wants to revive coal and nuclear power and curb non-EU immigration. Businesses in eastern Germany warn that its policies could harm the economy.
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