Recent surveys reveal that the perceived divide between East and West Germany may not be as pronounced as commonly thought.

As regional elections approach in Saxony, Thuringia, and Brandenburg, discussions about the political climate in these areas intensify.

A YouGov poll indicates that 60% of respondents believe living conditions in West Germany are better than in the East, highlighting ongoing disparities 35 years after reunification.

Additionally, 77% of East Germans feel that West Germans hold prejudices against them, while opinions about East Germans' biases towards the West are more balanced.

Immigration and asylum policies are top concerns, with 51% viewing immigration as a burden.

The political landscape is further complicated by the AfD's controversial status, being labeled as right-wing extremist by some state authorities.

These dynamics underscore the complex socio-political fabric of modern Germany.