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2024-09-13 13:29:09
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Saxony's CDU Leader Endorses SPD's Woidke in Brandenburg Election

In a surprising move, Saxony's CDU Prime Minister Michael Kretschmer has voiced his support for SPD leader Dietmar Woidke ahead of Brandenburg's state election. Kretschmer's endorsement comes as polls reveal a tight race between the far-right AfD and the SPD, with CDU candidate Jan Redmann trailing behind.

Kretschmer emphasized the importance of stability and reliable governance, warning against an AfD victory, which he fears could lead to destabilization similar to Thuringia. He praised Woidke’s efforts in establishing the Medical University of Lusatia and highlighted their close cooperation in the region.

Woidke has stated he will remain in state politics only if the SPD wins. This endorsement underscores the critical nature of the upcoming election, not just for Brandenburg but for the broader political landscape in Germany.

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As the state election in Brandenburg approaches, recent polls indicate a tight race between the Alternative for Germany (AfD) and the ruling Social Democratic Party (SPD). The AfD holds a slight lead with 29% compared to the SPD's 26%, according to surveys conducted by Forschungsgruppe Wahlen for ZDF and Infratest dimap for ARD. The Christian Democratic Union (CDU) trails behind with around 15-16%, followed by the Bündnis Sahra Wagenknecht (BSW) at 13-14%. Smaller parties like the Greens, the Left, and the Free Voters are hovering around the critical 5% threshold needed to enter the state parliament. However, they could still gain representation through the so-called basic mandate clause if they win at least one direct seat. The SPD, led by Prime Minister Dietmar Woidke, has governed Brandenburg since 1990, currently in coalition with the CDU and the Greens. Woidke has announced his intention to step down if the SPD fails to secure the top position. In a direct vote for Prime Minister, Woidke remains the preferred candidate, with 50-55% support among respondents. Despite the AfD’s lead, many voters still favor the SPD to lead the next government. This election is crucial for the SPD's future in Brandenburg, as well as for the broader political landscape in Germany, with the AfD's rise being closely monitored.

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Recent polls indicate a neck-and-neck competition between the SPD and AfD in Brandenburg, with the SPD closing in just one percentage point behind the AfD. The CDU and the new BSW alliance follow in the rankings. Minister-President Dietmar Woidke of the SPD remains highly popular, commanding 50% support in a direct election scenario, while his rivals from the CDU and AfD both stand at 9%. The Greens and the Left struggle, with neither expected to secure seats in the state parliament. Despite a stagnant AfD, the SPD has gained 3% over the past week. Woidke has announced he would step down if the AfD wins, emphasizing the high stakes of the upcoming election. The coalition government, known as the Kenia coalition, has seen only 46% satisfaction among voters. As the Greens fight for survival, the political landscape remains volatile and unpredictable.

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