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2024-08-26 23:55:08
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State Elections in the East: Söder Signals Willingness to Cooperate with the Left

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In the upcoming state elections in Thuringia and Saxony, Bavarian Minister President Markus Söder has given the parties freedom in coalition formation, except with the far-right AfD. Sahra Wagenknecht, founder of the BSW party, has been criticized by other politicians for her demands, including the rejection of US weapons in Germany.

Meanwhile, CDU leader Friedrich Merz wants to maintain the incompatibility resolution with the Left. The AfD is leading in the U18 election in Saxony, but a youth study shows that many young voters reject the traditional left-right spectrum.

The elections have also led to a leadership contest within the Left party in Saxony-Anhalt. Thuringian Minister President Bodo Ramelow and BSW candidate Wolf both emphasize the importance of a 'peaceful' Europe, while CDU candidate Voigt emphasizes defense capability and diplomacy.

The state elections will be closely watched, with extensive coverage provided by ARD and ZDF.

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