Citizens’ dissatisfaction with the work of the Mertz government and concern about the functioning of democracy, is highlighted by the new ARD, in which the alternative to Germany () shares the first place with the Christian Union (CDU/CSU).
In today’s Deutschlandtrend on behalf of the first channel of German public television, AfD and CDU/CSU share the first place with 26%. AFD, which has increased its poll for 10 points in the last year, has been gaining one unit from the previous measurement, while the Union loses one unit in the same period. The Social Democratic Party (SPD) remains in second place with 14% unchanged, followed by the Greens with 12% (+1) and the left with 10% and no change. The Zara Wagenknecht Alliance (BSW) and the Liberals (FDP) accumulate from 3% and are far from the entry threshold (5%).
It thickens “black” in the Merz government
In the same poll, it is also clear to increase the discontent of citizens by the government’s performance. Last June, unhappy was 51%, and now 77% of respondents say the same. In addition, only 42% say they are satisfied with the way democracy operates in the country, with 56% expressing his dissatisfaction here.
Among the AfD supporters, this figure is 91%. 30% of respondents believe that the far -right and populist Right are a danger to democracy, while 20% say they are worried about “dysfunctioning political action” in government and administration. 9% worry about external threats and 8% about immigration. Asked if there is concern that Russia will also attack other European countries, 63% are in the affirmative, while “small” or “no” concern is 35%.
Opposite citizens and in the management of Israel – Gaza
In the question of Israel’s reaction to Hamas’ attack, 63% say they consider it excessive, 15% appropriate and 6% inadequate. 55% are in favor of recognizing an independent Palestinian state, with 20% supporting the opposite view. In the same vein, 55% of respondents seek to impose sanctions on Israel, while 27% are opposed to such a perspective.
