Gysi Admits Left's Neglect of Eastern Germany

Gregor Gysi, a prominent politician of the Left party, has critically reflected on the rise of the AfD in Eastern Germany. He sees his own party as partially responsible for the success of this right-wing populist movement. After the merger of the Left with WASG, Gysi believes there has been a neglect of the eastern voters. He emphasizes that the Left has not adequately addressed the specific concerns and needs of people in the new federal states, contributing to their alienation and the rise of the AfD.