Schools become battleground as Germany's far-right AfD eyes regional election

In Saxony-Anhalt, Germany, a woodwork teacher's political views have sparked controversy over political expression in schools, highlighting the broader tension as the far-right AfD aims for a strong showing in the upcoming regional election. The AfD's potential victory could lead to significant shifts in educational policies, raising concerns about the influence of far-right ideologies in schools. This dispute underscores the broader cultural and political divide in Germany, where education has become a battleground for ideological control ahead of the elections.