Ninety-one-year-old Henriette Kretz, a Holocaust survivor who witnessed the murder of her parents as a child, traveled to Magdeburg ahead of the Sachsen-Anhalt state election. Her visit comes as concerns rise regarding the potential gains of the AfD party. Kretz speaks to the importance of unity in the face of political extremism. The conversation centers on her personal experiences and the anxieties she feels witnessing the resurgence of right-wing ideologies in Sachsen-Anhalt. She reflects on the dangers of complacency and the need to remember the lessons of history. Kretz’s testimony serves as a stark reminder of the consequences of hatred and discrimination as Sachsen-Anhalt prepares to vote. Her presence in Magdeburg aims to emphasize the importance of solidarity and resistance against extremism.