German teacher reprimanded after explaining opposition to AfD

A teacher in Saxony-Anhalt, Max Heckel, received a formal warning after explaining to his sixth-grade students why he does not vote for the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party. During a lesson, Heckel cited three specific reasons for his decision: the party's tax policies, the concept of 'remigration,' and statements made by AfD politician Björn Höcke regarding the failure of inclusion.

Heckel also shared tax policy graphics with his students to illustrate the economic implications of the party's platform. This incident occurs in a region where the AfD is classified as right-wing extremist and maintains significant polling support.

In a separate biographical context, Björn Höcke, a prominent figure within the AfD, previously worked as a civil servant teacher in Hesse. Before entering politics, Höcke taught sports and history at various secondary schools between 2001 and 2014.