Tactical voting campaign in Saxony-Anhalt election draws criticism from multiple parties

Campaign groups in Saxony-Anhalt urge voters to cast “tactical” ballots to help the SPD and the Greens win more seats in the state election. The campaign promotes voting strategies intended to influence outcomes, rather than supporting only a single party based on standard preferences.

Several parties publicly criticize the recommendation. Euronews reports that the AfD, CDU, the Left, the SPD, the FDP and BSW all oppose or question the tactical voting message. The outlets also note that the Greens are the only party shown to support the campaign’s approach. The dispute centers on whether such guidance helps voters make informed choices or is viewed as an attempt to steer the electorate.

While the campaigns focus on tactical voting for specific parties, the reporting highlights broad cross-party disagreement about the legitimacy and purpose of encouraging it, with the exception of the Greens’ backing. Overall coverage emphasizes that the issue is contested within the state’s political landscape ahead of the vote.