Democrat Quote by Martin Schulz
“The Social Democrats have to listen to people who are attracted to the AfD party. That isn't a mistake at all. You can also win them back. Of course, there are a lot of angry voters who are ideologically charged. But there are also a lot of quieter voters who plan on voting AfD to send a message. We can never give up on them.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Remarks on Political Strategy, 2018
Listening to all voter segments, even those leaning toward extremist parties, can reclaim support and reduce polarization.
In simple terms: Engage all voters, even those attracted to far‑right parties.
Never abandon any voter group.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- campaign strategy
- community outreach
- public debates
- policy messaging
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can mainstream parties address underlying grievances?
- What messages resonate with quiet dissenters?
Extremist parties may remain resistant despite outreach.