Far-right politician Bollinger spearheads AfD in Rhineland-Palatinate during parliamentary elections
Going for Glory in Rhineland-Palatinate: AfD's Jan Bollinger Takes the Helm
Grab your phones, folks! Share this juicy bit on WhatsApp, Facebook, Short Message Service X, or email! The AfD in Rhineland-Palatinate is gearing up for the upcoming state election, and they've chosen Jan Bollinger as their fierce top dog. Now, buckle up as we dive into the nitty-gritty!
Jan Bollinger, the 48-year-old warrior, secured around 71% of the votes at the state party conference in Idar-Oberstein, according to AfD reports. Boldly announcing his intentions to also run as Minister-President candidate against incumbent Alexander Schweitzer (SPD), let the games begin!
The state parliamentarians Damian Lohr, Eugen Ziegler, and Ralf Schönborn nabbed the second to fourth positions on the list at the members' party conference, with Catalina Monzon from Kusel, the first woman, positioned fifth. Joachim Paul followed closely in sixth, and Carsten Propp, Benjamin Haupt, Jürgen Klein, and Claudia von Bohr rounded out the top ten. By Sunday, the AfD aims to elect more than 600 participants to choose the 40 state parliament candidates at the conference.
40 State Parliament Candidates Up for Grabs
A total of 40 state parliament candidates will be elected, and the competition is fierce. Benjamin Haupt managed to secure the eight spot as a candidate against state parliamentarian Peter Stuhlfauth from Neustadt/Weinstraße.
Challengers to Bollinger Emerge Unexpectedly
Over at Westerwald, Sandra Müller threw her hat into the ring, running against Bollinger. With around 25% of the votes, she didn't stand a chance compared to our fearless leader. Matthias Tönsmann from Annweiler, the South Palatinate, also joined the fray, only managing to secure two percent. Five abstentions didn't factor into the vote percentages.
Bollinger's Hahn Deportation Masterplan Revealed
In his scathing speech, Bollinger took aim at the CDU, SPD, Greens, FDP, and Left, promising an AfD-led state government. Interested in their plans? They want to introduce exit detention and deportation detention, transforming the Hahn airport into a busy deportation hub— complete with hourly flights. Expect swift changes to wind power policies and Rhineland-Palatinate's switch to nuclear power, Bollinger promised, to much applause.
Münzenmaier Lays into Schweitzer in His Speech
Mainz AfD federal parliamentarian Sebastian Münzenmaier declared a target of 20% plus X for the state election at the beginning of the members' party conference. His ultimate goal? To really heat things up for Minister-President Alexander Schweitzer (SPD), assuring us, "We will take them down." Münzenmaier also serves as the deputy state chairman.
AfD Holds Six Seats in the Rhineland-Palatinate State Parliament
Five years ago, Michael Frisch served as the top candidate with around 76% of the votes. In the midst of internal party squabbles, he skipped town, leaving behind his party yet remaining a factionless state parliamentarian.
The AfD is currently represented in the state parliament by six dudes, with no female members in the state parliament faction since parliamentarian Iris Nieland moved on to the Bundestag. In the 2021 state election, she received 8.3% of the votes.
In the latest survey by our website's political magazine "Zur Sache Rheinland-Pfalz!", the AfD scored an approval rating of 17% if the election were held next Sunday.
Protestors Take a Stand Against the AfD
Around hundred protesters booed and chanted slogans like “Nazis out” in front of the hall in Idar-Oberstein, according to police reports, demonstrating their displeasure with the AfD’s presence. But remember, folks—freedom of speech is key in a democracy, so let's keep the discourse lively and informative as we gear up for the March 2026 state election!
In the political landscape of Rhineland-Palatinate, policy-and-legislation discussions have been heated following Jan Bollinger's announcement as the AfD's top candidate for Minister-President, challenging incumbent Alexander Schweitzer (SPD). The output of this election could have significant impacts on general-news categories, including crime-and-justice, as the AfD unveiled its controversial plan to turn Hahn Airport into a deportation hub, promising swift changes in wind power policies and a shift towards nuclear power. Meanwhile, protests against the AfD continue, reminding us of the importance of free speech and informed discourse in a democratic society.
