Elif Eralp celebrates election victory in Berlin – A look at the appeal of the left

Is this what the next governing mayor of the capital looks like? Elif Eralp skips through a hall in Kreuzberg, surrounded by party friends. She dances exuberantly, whirls her arms through the air, then cheers and throws herself around the neck of the woman next to her.

There is a video of this moment on Sunday evening after the election in Berlin. And just these 30 seconds give an impression of what the appeal of the Left in Berlin currently is.

After all, people have gotten used to images of politicians shielded in a company limousine. Shaking hands during company visits. Authenticity carefully showcased on Instagram or with a home story for the Bunte.