“Putin has lied many times”
Sahra Wagenknecht wants to re-measure German politics with her “left-conservative” BSW. What does she plan to do if she suddenly takes part in governing the East? A conversation about new power options, old demands and the role model of Markus Söder. She was isolated in her old party, but she could soon rule with her […]
Alliance wants to strengthen democracy locally
In turbulent times, trade unions, churches and associations want to work for more cohesion. Democracy should be strengthened throughout Germany with education, culture and good infrastructure. A new nationwide alliance with around fifty participating organizations wants to strengthen democracy in Germany. Under the motto “Together for democracy. In the federal government. On site. For everyone.” […]
Eastern politicians prevail in personnel decisions
The opposition leader Friedrich Merz actually wanted to nominate Julia Klöckner for a successor position on the mediation committee. However, under pressure from various Eastern politicians, the parliamentary group leadership had to give in again. Defeat for Friedrich Merz: At the urging of several MPs from East Germany, the Union parliamentary group leader has to […]
The Left denounces the wage gap on “East Equal Pay Day”.
On average, employees in East Germany earn significantly less than in the West. The left starts a calculation example and comes up with 76 days of free work. On the symbolic “East Equal Pay Day”, the Left recalled the wage gap between East and West Germany and called for rapid relief. This includes an increase […]
He was waiting for this evening
The CDU wants to discuss its new basic program across Germany. Merz has to manage to convince people, especially in the East. Can you do this with a visit to Chemnitz? When Friedrich Merz appears on the screen, it becomes dark in the congress hall in Chemnitz. Dramatic music booms from the speakers. Silence returns […]
Boycott call after Habeck’s visit: “Colleagues were insulted badly”
Protests accompanied Robert Habeck’s trip through East Germany. A company visited is now complaining about hatred and calls for a boycott – and is calling for a rethink. After a visit by Federal Economics Minister Robert Habeck (Greens) that was accompanied by angry protests, the nougat manufacturer Viba spoke out against hatred and brutalization. “We […]
Economics minister as a prophet of doom in East Germany
Robert Habeck travels through East Germany. The mood is bad, as is the economic situation. Why is the Minister of Economic Affairs putting additional pressure on people now of all times? He should kindly talk to them now. “Robert, come out! We want to see you!” someone shouts. There are more than 50 here on […]
Robert Habeck in Thuringia – demonstrators block the convoy
Robert Habeck is traveling in East Germany. During a company visit, the Vice Chancellor once again felt the anger of some citizens. More than 50 demonstrators in Thuringia tried to intercept Vice Chancellor Robert Habeck (Greens) during a company visit. With tractors and vehicles, they blocked a road to the nougat manufacturer Viba’s factory in […]
Wagenknecht would also talk to the Union about a coalition
Sahra Wagenknecht is hoping for a strong performance in the state elections with her new alliance. She is open to a coalition with the CDU. Sahra Wagenknecht (BSW) would talk to the CDU about a possible coalition after the state elections in East Germany. “We will decide on coalitions after the elections,” she told the […]
Migration, AfD, war: survey | The Germans feel so safe
Migration, right-wing extremism and fear of war: Germans feel less safe than they did two years ago. The differences between East and West Germany are sometimes extreme. Wars, inflation and low confidence in the ability of those in power to act mean that the population in Germany currently feels less safe than in previous years. […]
