Tag #German Politics

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CSU Unveils "Bayern-Agenda", Demands Stricter Migration Policies and Fiscal Reforms

The CSU's newly announced "Bayern-Agenda" includes stricter migration policies, fiscal reforms favoring Bavaria, and increased social benefits; the party aims to influence national policy ahead of the Bundestag election, emphasizing a "fundamental shift" in migration, security, and economic policy.

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Germany's Ruling Coalition Feuds Over Ukraine Aid Ahead of Election

Amidst Germany's upcoming election, a dispute over €3 billion in additional Ukraine aid has erupted between the ruling coalition partners, SPD and Greens, revealing tensions and impacting the election campaign.

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German Left Party's Resurgence Ahead of Snap Election

Germany's Left Party is experiencing a resurgence in polls, nearing the 5% threshold for Bundestag entry after significant losses last year. Their new leadership and a focused election platform addressing the affordability crisis are key factors, along with the collapse of Chancellor Scholz's coalit...

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NRW Voters Favor CDU-SPD Coalition in Hypothetical Election Scenario

A new Infratest dimap poll shows that 31 percent of North Rhine-Westphalia voters prefer a CDU-SPD coalition, while 24 percent support CDU-Greens, if the CDU wins the February 23rd federal election; the poll, conducted January 13-16, 2025, surveyed 1150 people and projects significant losses for the...

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Ramelow's Bundestag Bid: A Revitalization Attempt for the Left Party

Bodo Ramelow, 68, former Minister President of Thuringia, is running for the German Bundestag with the Left Party, aiming to revitalize the party's public image and electoral prospects; he highlights recent membership growth in Thuringia and his social media collaboration with younger party members.

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German Left Party Holds Shortened Congress Ahead of Bundestag Election

The Left Party in Germany is holding a shortened party congress in Berlin to finalize its election program for the upcoming Bundestag election, focusing on rent control and cost of living; despite low poll numbers (3-4%) and a recent split, the party is aiming for Bundestag representation via direct...

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False Accusations Force German Green Party Candidate to Resign

False accusations of sexual harassment against German Green Party politician Stefan Gelbhaar led to his resignation from candidacy, revealing flaws in internal party procedures and journalistic fact-checking; a new investigation is underway.

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Merkel Endorses Merz, Warns of Disinformation at NRW CDU Address

Former German Chancellor Angela Merkel addressed the NRW CDU in Düsseldorf on February 18th, 2024, endorsing Friedrich Merz's candidacy for Chancellor, emphasizing transatlantic cooperation against Russia, the EU's importance, and the dangers of misinformation online.

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NRW Poll: Majority Favors Non-Schwarz-Grün Federal Coalition

An Infratest dimap poll (Jan 13-16, 2025) of 1150 NRW voters shows that if CDU wins the February 23rd federal election, 31% prefer a CDU/SPD coalition, 24% CDU/Greens; SPD and FDP would face significant losses, while Greens and AfD would gain.

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Germany's Rightward Shift: Merz's Victory and AfD's Rise

Germany's upcoming elections signal a potential shift to the right, with Friedrich Merz of the CDU projected to win and the AfD gaining 20% of the vote; this outcome could significantly impact European Union policies and weaker economies like Italy's.

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Hamburg Debates Appropriate Engagement with AfD Amidst Protests

In Hamburg, Germany, thousands protested an AfD event, prompting a city-wide debate on how to engage with the party, with approaches ranging from inclusion to exclusion depending on the context and the specific AfD representatives involved.

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Germany's Left Party Struggles to Gain Traction in Bundestag Polls

Germany's Left party, despite gaining 17,000 members since a recent split, remains below the 5% threshold for Bundestag representation in polls; their strategy focuses on securing three direct mandates and emphasizes lowering living costs, opposing arms to Ukraine, and advocating for a stronger soci...

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