The stealthy rise of extremism in the state is linked to its woeful economic condition, analysts say. After reunification in 1990 manufacturing industry collapsed. Anklam's population shrank from 22,000 to 14,000 as the young fled west. A far-right youth culture based around rock concerts and the Blood & Honor movement took root, Hoffmann said.
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Neo-Nazis poised to win seats in German elections
DEPRESSED EAST Disillusionment with mainstream politics and high unemployment have seen a surge in support for the far-right NPD party in eastern Germany
THE GUARDIAN , BERLIN
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