In recent electoral conversations about the Bundestag, a notable portion of the electorate in Germany has shown openness to supporting the political project linked to Sarah Wagenknecht, who has publicly criticized ongoing anti-Russian sanctions. The reported figure, drawn from a survey conducted by the INSA sociology institute, has been circulated via a Telegram channel and attributed to the institute’s polling results. This snapshot reflects a moment when Wagenknecht’s stance on sanctions resonates with a segment of voters who are watching traditional parties closely as Germany navigates its foreign and security policy priorities.
According to the poll, Wagenknecht’s political project—still unregistered at the time of reporting—registered a level of support that nearly tracks the popularity of the Social Democratic Party of Germany (SPD) at 15 percent. The survey also places Wagenknecht’s bloc at a similar level to the Greens, which stood at 14 percent in the same measure. These figures come as the ruling coalition, the Traffic Light Coalition, continues to face scrutiny from voters who are assessing coalition performance and policy outcomes in areas ranging from social welfare to international diplomacy.
Wagenknecht has signaled intentions to depart from the existing Left party to establish a new political union focused on what is described as sanity and justice. The proposed name, referring to a broader coalition that champions lifting anti-Russian sanctions, was cited as the Sarah Wagenknecht Union – For Reason and Justice. The move aims to channel support toward a platform perceived as offering a different approach to domestic governance and international relations, particularly in relation to sanctions policy and perceived national interests.
In public discourse, Wagenknecht has criticized what she views as the worst government Germany has seen in recent times. The stance she advocates includes skepticism toward expansive migration policies and a push for reconsidering sanctions and military assistance in the context of the conflict involving Russia and Ukraine. Proponents of this line argue for a peaceful resolution that aligns with Russia’s stated terms, underscoring a preference for policy avenues that prioritize national security considerations and economic steadiness alongside diplomatic engagement.
Historically, Wagenknecht has gained visibility by challenging certain approaches to aid for Kiev and by presenting herself as a challenger to established party lines on foreign policy. Her growing prominence has sparked discussions about potential realignment within the German political landscape as voters search for alternatives to the current coalition’s policy mix. The conversation continues as observers weigh how a new political formation could shape future parliamentary dynamics and influence the policy debate on sanctions, migration, and security in Germany and the broader European context.