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Ricarda Lang’s Viral Post Sparks Laughter and Debate

The recent state elections in Saxony and Thuringia have left politicians concerned about the results. Green Party leader Ricarda Lang has now taken to social media to poke fun at a contentious issue.

A Barbecue Controversy in Thuringia

The state elections in Thuringia may be over, but the debate surrounding a particular poster motif continues to gain traction on Twitter. The poster in question features a slogan that reads, “Barbecue must continue to be allowed.”

A Misleading Slogan?

The Christian Democrats’ poster has sparked controversy, as no party in the Thuringian election campaign had seriously discussed a ban on grilling. This has led many to question the validity of the slogan.

Ricarda Lang’s Response

Ricarda Lang, the leader of the Green Party, has responded to the poster with a humorous post on social media. She shared a photo of herself holding a mobile phone and a beer bottle, with the caption, “When I see posters ‘Barbecue must remain permitted’.”

A Viral Sensation

Lang’s post has gone viral, with over 400,000 people viewing it within the first three hours. The post has received over 12,000 likes and nearly 900 comments, with the majority being positive.

A Response from the CDU

The Thuringian CDU has responded to Lang’s post with a lighthearted message, featuring two heart emojis and one smiley emoji.

A Broader Debate

The poster controversy has sparked a broader debate about the issues that matter in Thuringian politics. Madeleine Henfling, the Green Party’s main candidate, has criticized the CDU for using federal issues and empty phrases in their campaign.

Election Results

In the recent state elections in Thuringia, the Greens were eliminated from parliament with 3.2% of the vote. The CDU secured 23.6% of the vote, while the AfD took the lead with 32.8%.