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Growth in Number: The Left's Member Base Expands to a Staggering 120,000

Young crowd and a significant number of women tend to flock to the party. Moreover, there's an upward trend for the Greens, AfD, and BSW.

Leftist faction expands, now boasts 120,000 members
Leftist faction expands, now boasts 120,000 members

Growth in Number: The Left's Member Base Expands to a Staggering 120,000

In a notable development in German politics, three major parties - the Left, Greens, and Alternative for Germany (AfD) - have experienced significant membership growth.

The party "Die Linke" (The Left) has seen the highest number of new members in recent months. This growth has more than doubled the party's membership, transforming it from nearly 60,000 last year to about 120,000 members currently. This surge is being reported by the Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung (FAZ) and other media outlets such as dpa.

The Greens, too, have witnessed a notable increase in their membership. They currently boast approximately 170,000 members, with more than 40,000 joining in the months following the collapse of the traffic light government. This growth is a testament to the growing interest in their political ideology.

The AfD, on the other hand, has more than doubled its membership since two years ago. The party now has 70,000 members, up from half that number two years ago. This growth has not gone unnoticed, with FAZ and dpa reporting on the development.

The alliance "Sahra Wagenknecht" is also experiencing membership growth. With a current membership of 4,500, the alliance is attracting new members, contributing to the overall trend of increased political engagement.

Party leader Ines Schwerdtner attributes the Left party's success to the way they do politics and engage with people. She believes this resonates with many Germans, leading to the significant growth in membership. The growing membership numbers of the Left party give them strength for upcoming elections.

This surge in political memberships underscores a growing interest in political participation among Germans. As the parties continue to grow, the political landscape of Germany may undergo significant changes in the coming years.

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