# Why the AfD Is Surging—A German Professor Warns

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Podcast: [Daily Updates on Russian Invasion of Ukraine](https://stenobird.com/podcast/daily-updates-on-russian-invasion-of-ukraine-7410811)
Published: 2026-09-12T18:00:39+00:00
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Why are ordinary voters turning to the AfD—and could their anger ultimately hand Putin a strategic victory inside Europe?In this video, I speak with German professor Philipp Kneiss about why the AfD is surging and what its rise could mean for Germany, Ukraine, NATO, and the European Union. We examine immigration and failed integration, Angela Merkel’s legacy, East German frustration, extremist factions inside the AfD, Russian influence, and the possibility that the party could eventually compete for national power. We also explore how the AfD compares with MAGA and other populist movements—and why legitimate public grievances can produce political outcomes that serve Vladimir Putin’s interests.00:00 Why the AfD is surging01:00 Immigration, party collapse and Merkel’s legacy05:49 What the AfD is—and how it became more extreme07:36 East Germany, Russia and the power of nostalgia11:52 Immigration, integration and public resentment16:02 Racism, “remigration” and extremist factions20:33 The AfD’s platform, Putin and Ukraine25:19 Could the AfD eventually take national power?30:18 What an AfD state victory could mean for Germany35:23 The global populist wave—and AfD versus MAGA#AfD #Germany #AliceWeidel #Putin #UkraineWarFacts over noise. Context over headlines. Truth over talking points.Phillip's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@erraticattempts/videosFundraisers video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BMTs6amkGUg and Here is the direct link to the Ukraine Support Bridge: https://ukrainesupportbridge.com/ - Ukrainian Refugee M's Room and Board is covered for this year. It is not for the rest of her time at CSU. I will be pushing on the other fundraisers for now, but if you still wish to give to make that whole (Aprox 48K total), here is the direct link: https://www.go…

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