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Brandenburg's Red-Purple Coalition: Prospects and Challenges
Negotiations for a Red-Purple coalition between the SPD and BSW in Brandenburg are underway, contrasting with the failed coalition talks in Saxony. This article examines the prospects, challenges, and timeline for the Brandenburg coalition.
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Dietmar WoidkeSahra WagenknechtRobert CrumbachDavid Kolesnyk
- How long will the negotiations last?
- SPD General Secretary David Kolesnyk aims to finalize negotiations before Christmas, while BSW leader Crumbach considers this ambitious, but attainable. A Landtag session is scheduled for December 11th, where Dietmar Woidke could potentially be sworn in as Minister President.
- What are the main points of contention?
- Potential sticking points include the BSW's desire to abolish the recently introduced constitutional loyalty check and differing views on specific policies in education, health, and internal affairs, although some policy alignment exists.
- How do the current talks differ from those in Saxony?
- The key differences between the Brandenburg and Saxony negotiations include the number of negotiating parties and their success. BSW leader Crumbach points out that two-party talks are simpler, and the Brandenburg talks have been more productive.
- How certain is it that such a coalition will be formed?
- It is still uncertain, but current indications suggest a higher likelihood of success for the coalition negotiations. SPD Minister-President Dietmar Woidke remains optimistic, although he acknowledges that the talks are ongoing.
- What arguments support the formation of a Red-Purple coalition?
- Factors supporting a Red-Purple coalition include a growing trust between SPD and BSW, demonstrated compromise on the Ukraine conflict, and a lack of viable alternative coalitions. The absence of a preferred alternative makes this coalition the most likely.