The traffic light coalition, initially a symbol of progress, is now facing major challenges as a transitional government. Chancellor Olaf Scholz's re-election efforts have been marred by budget issues, prohibition proceedings, debates over citizen's allowance and child guarantee, and public questioning of Ukraine aid.
The FDP's prioritization of the debt brake over matters of war and peace hinders effective communication and governance. This situation is likely to please Russian President Vladimir Putin, despite Germany's continued support for Ukraine.
The coalition's failure to develop a new concept of progress and an ordoliberal understanding has resulted in a shattered budget and a lack of reform agenda. The accumulation of politics and pessimism in society further complicates the prospects for reform.
Some suggest that a way forward lies in reducing the government's ambition and mobilizing societal strength, but it remains to be seen if this can be achieved. Additionally, the coalition's pension plans have faced criticism for burdening low-wage workers, while migration policy has become a point of contention with calls for stricter measures and better integration efforts.
The government's handling of Ukraine aid and its impact on working individuals has also raised concerns, highlighting the challenges faced by the coalition.
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