The SPD held an 'election victory conference' in Berlin ahead of upcoming snap elections. Protesters demanded a ban on the far-right AfD party. Leaders Saskia Esken and Lars Klingbeil emphasized their commitment to workers' rights and social policies. Chancellor Olaf Scholz criticized the CDU's shift from social values and warned against their conservative policies. The SPD is currently polling third, behind CDU and AfD, and aims to push for change if re-elected, focusing on affordable housing and job preservation amidst economic challenges. Full article (Euronews.com)