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AfD Proposes Nationalist German History Campaign in Saxony-Anhalt

The AfD in Saxony-Anhalt proposed replacing the state's '#moderndenken' tourism campaign with '#deutschdenken' and a 'Stolz-Pass' for discounts at historical sites, sparking criticism from other parties who see it as nationalist cultural appropriation.

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German Coalition Divided Over Pension Reform"

Germany's new government faces internal conflict over pension reform, with the SPD proposing to include civil servants and the self-employed in the system, while the CDU opposes the plan due to financial concerns and advocates for sticking to the coalition agreement.

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SPD Leadership Reshuffle Amidst Coalition Tensions

Following disappointing election results, the SPD party in Germany is undergoing a leadership reshuffle with Bärbel Bas becoming co-chair and Tim Klüssendorf taking over as general secretary; this comes amidst disagreements with the CDU coalition partner over pension reforms and the party's progress...

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Merz's Difficult Investiture: Internal Divisions Threaten German Government

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz faced an unprecedented setback during his investiture, failing the first vote due to 18 dissenting or abstaining coalition members, highlighting deep divisions within his party and coalition partners, before securing a majority in a second vote.

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Esken Resigns as SPD Chairwoman

SPD chairwoman Saskia Esken announced her resignation on May 24, 2024, stating she will not seek re-election at the party congress in late June, opening the way for a younger generation of women leaders while retaining her Bundestag seat.

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SPD Chairwoman Esken Resigns

SPD chairwoman Saskia Esken announced her resignation, stating she won't seek re-election at the June party congress, citing a desire to make way for younger women and following mixed internal reactions to her leadership and recent election results.

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Esken Steps Down as SPD Co-Chair

Saskia Esken, co-chair of Germany's Social Democratic Party (SPD), announced she will not seek re-election, citing a desire for renewal within the party following their poor performance in the February 2025 federal election; Bärbel Bas is expected to replace her.

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SPD Restructures Leadership After Electoral Defeat

Following the SPD's recent electoral setback, party chairman Lars Klingbeil initiated a leadership restructuring, replacing Saskia Esken and Matthias Miersch with Bärbel Bas and Tim Klüssendorf, respectively, aiming to unify the party and counter criticism of his leadership style.

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Germany's New Chancellor: Domestic Criticism Meets International Hope

Following a contentious election, Chancellor Merz's government faces mixed reactions: domestic criticism contrasts sharply with international relief and expectations for stronger German leadership in Europe, particularly regarding the Ukraine conflict and migration policy.

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AfD's "Right-Wing Extremist" Label Fuels German Political Divide

Germany's domestic intelligence agency labeled the Alternative for Germany (AfD) a "confirmed right-wing extremist" party, a designation the AfD is contesting in court, prompting debate about a potential ban and its societal consequences while research suggests that Germany's polarization is less de...

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CDU Urges Focus on Existing Commitments Before Pension Reform

Germany's CDU party is urging the government to prioritize implementing the 'Aktivrente' and abolishing the 'Bürgergeld' welfare program before considering proposals to expand statutory pension insurance to include civil servants, members of parliament, and the self-employed, reflecting tensions wit...

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Germany's New Cabinet Sparks Lobbying Debate

Germany's new cabinet, led by Chancellor Merz, includes three business leaders in top positions, sparking debate about lobbying regulation and conflict of interest in German politics, despite the existence of a Lobby Register and certain disclosure requirements.

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