A new state parliament will be elected this Sunday in the German federal state of Sachsen-Anhalt. Polls currently show the Alternative for Germany (AfD), classified as right-wing extremist, in the lead. However, the central question remains whether the AfD will be able to form a governing coalition. The election results are being closely watched as they could indicate a significant political shift within Germany. Analysts are uncertain if the AfD's poll numbers will translate into an actual governing majority in Sachsen-Anhalt. The outcome will likely have repercussions beyond Sachsen-Anhalt, impacting the national political landscape. This election is being described as critical for the future of German politics.